Recipe: Tex-Mex Mac and Cheese (using macaroni and cheese mix and ground beef)

TEX-MEX MAC 'N CHEESE

1 package macaroni and cheese mix (or Velveeta and Shells mix)
1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 onion, chopped
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1/2 cup water
1 (16 ounce) can whole kernel corn, undrained
Salt, pepper and seasonings as desired

Cook the macaroni and cheese according to package directions, adding milk and margarine if required.

Meanwhile, in large skillet, brown the ground beef or turkey with the chopped pepper, onion and mushrooms. Stir in the tomato paste and water and corn.

Add the macaroni and cheese to the beef mixture. Mix well and serve.

Adapted from source: Concord Hospital Admitting Cookbook, Concord, NH