Ingredients:
1 (8 ounce) packages macaroni noodles, cooked
1 lb ground beef
1 small onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 small green bell peppers, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
salt and pepper
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packages taco seasoning mix ( can use 2 packages if desired)
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
2 cups half-and-half cream ( or use full-fat milk)
2 1/2 cups old cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
chopped tomatoes
green onions
sour cream
salsa
Directions:
In a large skillet brown the ground beef with onions, garlic and green bell pepper until no longer pink, season with salt and pepper; drain and add in the Parmesan cheese.
Stir in the taco seasoning mix and 3/4 cup water; bring to a boil and cook stirring occasionally (about 7-8 minutes or until most of the liquid has evaporated) remove from heat.
In a large saucepan melt butter over medium-low heat; whisk in flour until smooth, cook whisking constantly for 2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in milk; cook whisking constantly for about 4 minutes or until thickened; remove from heat.
Stir in 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese, stirring until melted.
Stir in the cooked pasta and beef mixture; mix to combine and cook just until heated through (about 3 minutes).
Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese and serve.
Serve immediately with desired toppings.
Delicious!
Servings: 4-6
Time preparation: 30 min.
Time total: 55 min.