Taco Cheeseburger Macaroni

1. Cook macaroni in boiling salted water following package directions.

2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef in the olive oil with the chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook while stirring until ground beef is no longer pink. Drain grease.

3. Add the cheese soup, shredded cheese, milk, and taco seasoning mix. Taste and add salt and pepper, as needed.

4. Stir in the hot drained pasta.

Variations

• Add sour cream to the finished cheeseburger macaroni mixture or serve it with sour cream on the side.

• Add minced jalapeño peppers to the ground beef mixture along with the onions and bell pepper.

• Replace the cheddar cheese soup with a can of condensed Fiesta Nacho Cheese Soup.

• Homemade taco seasoning: Combine 1 tablespoon of chili powder with 1 1/2 teaspoons of ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of paprika, and 1/4 teaspoon each of dried leaf oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder. Add a dash of cayenne pepper and black pepper, if desired, to taste.