Easy Layered Taco Bake

I found this recipe in the Fall 2008 Food & Family magazine that Kraft puts out. It sounded easy and decent enough so tonight, we tried it.

Easy? Yes.
Delish? Not so much.
Did my somewhat-picky eater of a child eat it. Sure did!

This is just about one step up from Hamburger Helper, and the only reason it gets to be one step up (instead of down) is because you pop it in the oven and walk away, as opposed to having to stir and watch it. It's one step up from Hamburger Helper instead of equal, because the salsa in it gives it a nice kick that most Hamburger Helper never has.

So, if you want something really easy, that kids will eat, carry on!

Easy Layered Taco Bake
Prep time: 15 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Makes 6 servings, 1 cup each

Ingredients:
1 package (7.25 oz) Kraft Macaroni & Cheese Dinner
1 lb. Ground Beef
1 package (1.25 oz) Taco Bell Home Originals Taco Seasoning Mix
1 cup Taco Bell Home Originals Thick 'N Chunky Mild Salsa

Heat oven to 400 degrees. Prepare Kraft Macaroni & Cheese as directed on the package. Cook meat with taco seasoning.

Layer seasoned meat, macaroni & cheese and salsa in 8-inch square baking dish.

Bake 20 minutes.