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Nachos Macaroni & Cheese

A fun Mexican twist on the classic belly-warming comfort food. - by that's life!
  • 25 May 2017
Nachos Macaroni & Cheese
Prep: 10 Minutes - Cook: 30 Minutes - Serves 4-6

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 500g beef mince
  • 30g packet taco spice mix
  • 453g jar black bean and chipotle salsa
  • 400g can chopped tomatoes
  • 1½ cups uncooked macaroni
  • 230g packet white corn tortilla strips
  • 200g packet Mexican cheese blend

Method

  1. Heat oil in a large, flameproof casserole dish over medium-high heat. Add chopped onion, garlic, beef mince and taco spice mix. Cook, breaking up mince with a spoon, for 6-7 min, or until browned.

  2. Add salsa, tomatoes, macaroni and 3 cups of water. Stir to combine. Bring to the boil, then reduce heat to medium. Cook covered, stirring occasionally, for 15 min.

  3. Remove lid and cook uncovered for a further 5 min, stirring occasionally, or until liquid has been absorbed.

  4. Layer tortilla strips and cheese over the top of the mince and macaroni. Place under a heated grill for 5 min, or until golden and cheese is melted.

    Serve with a side salad.

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