Shelly's Recipe

MEXICAN CHILI PASTA CASSEROLE

Category: Ground

1 lb ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 (15 1/2 oz) cans chili starter with beans
1 (14 1/2 oz) can diced tomato
1/2 lb elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
1 (4 1/2 oz can chopped green chilies
4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Preheat oven to 350. Coat a 13x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray.

In a skillet, brown beef and onion; drain. Add beans and tomatoes; cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Place cooked macaroni, chili, green chilies and 3 cups cheese; mix well and spoon into baking dish. Top with remaining cheese, then bake for 12-15 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Serves 4-6