2 c. macaroni
1 lb. beef, ground, extra lean
1 pkg. Taco Seasoning mix (Get Fresh recipe)
1/2 c. water
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 jar salsa, mild (16 oz)
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
Cook noodles according to package directions, omitting salt and oil. Brown ground beef over medium/high heat. Drain, rinse and return to skillet. Stir in taco seasoning, water and garlic. Heat to boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from skillet. In same skillet over med/high heat, combine macaroni, salsa and beans; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until heated through. Stirring occasionally. Return ground beef to skillet; stir to combine. Garnish as desired.
Makes 8-1 c. servings.
Nutrition Information: 230 calories; 4 g fat; 35 mg cholesterol; 480 mg sodium; 32 g carbohydrates; 4 g fiber; 18 g protein.