Shelly's Recipe

MONTEREY MAC AND CHEESE

Category: Pasta - Meat

1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 (16-oz) pkg ground beef or turkey
1 (1-oz) pkg taco seasoning mix
1 (11-oz) can Mexican-style corn, drained (regular canned corn may also be used)
1 (14 1/2-oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup sliced or chopped black olives
1/2 lb macaroni or other shaped pasta
1 cup cubed Monterey Jack cheese

In large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add meat and stir, breaking into small pieces. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until no longer pink and juices run clear.

Add taco seasoning and stir to distribute evenly. Add corn, tomatoes and olives. Stir to heat through. Keep warm.

Prepare pasta according to pkg directions. When pasta is ready, remove 1/2 cup of the cooking water, set aside and drain pasta.

In large bowl, toss hot pasta with turkey mixture and the reserved cooking water. Add cheese, stirring until soft. Serve in bowls with tortilla chips on the side. Serves 6