Velveeta® Salsa Mac and Cheese

A QUICK family favorite and so tasty! Adjust the overall heat of the dish by choosing milder (or hotter) salsa.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 604 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 (16 ounce) jar chunky salsa
• 1 pound ground round
• 1 (7 ounce) package elbow macaroni
• 12 ounces processed cheese food (such as Velveeta®), cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and garlic in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Add salsa and water; bring to a boil. Stir in macaroni; reduce heat and cover skillet. Simmer until macaroni is tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir cheese into mixture until melted.