Saturday, July 12, 2008

Cheesy Mac-Topped Casserole

1 pkg (14oz) Mac-n-cheese dinner
1 lb ground beef
3 cloves of garlic, minced
1 1/ 2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1 can (28oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 pkg (9oz) frozen green beans, thawed and drained
1 cup shredded mild cheddar cheese

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
Prepare mac-n-cheese as directed on box. Meanwhile, brown meat with garlic and oregano in large nonstick skillet; drain. Add tomatoes with their liquid and the beans; mix well.
Spoon meat mixture into 13''x9'' baking dish; top evenly with mac-n-cheese. Cover with foil.
Bake 30 minutes or until heated through. Remove from oven; uncover. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Makes 6 servings, 1 1/2 cups each.
390 cal, 11g fat, 4g fiber, 30g protein

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