Cheeseburger Mac

Cheeseburger Mac

Ingredients:

• 1 pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner)
• 1-3/4 cups water
• 1 cup dry elbow macaroni
• 6 ounces processed cheese spread, cut into cubes
• 8 to 10 dill pickle slices (optional)

Directions:

1. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add Ground Beef; cook 8 to 10 minutes (until done), breaking into 3/4-inch crumbles and stirring occasionally.
2. Stir in water and macaroni; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 9 to 11 minutes or until macaroni is tender.
3. Stir in cheese cubes. Cook 1 to 2 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.
4. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Serve beef mixture topped with pickle slices, if desired.