Macaroni and Cheese with Ground Beef, Salsa, and Green Chiles

Add some spice to your classic macaroni and cheese with this flavorful recipe. Ground beef cooked with salsa and green chiles gives a Tex-Mex twist to the creamy and cheesy macaroni dish. It's a perfect comfort food for a cozy night in or to feed a crowd at a party. The recipe is easy to make and will leave everyone craving for more.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 can diced green chiles
• 1 lb elbow macaroni
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add salsa and diced green chiles to the skillet with the cooked ground beef. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika until well combined.
5. Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens.
6. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
7. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
8. In a baking dish, combine the cooked macaroni with the ground beef mixture, then pour the cheese sauce over the top. Mix well to combine.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly golden on top.
10. Serve hot and enjoy!

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