"Mexican Macaroni"

Directions

1. 1
   Brown sausage, breaking it up as you fry it.
2. 2
   Drain.
3. 3
   Transfer to a large kettle.
4. 4
   Add all ingredients except cheese slices and cheese from macaroni kit.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil.
6. 6
   Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until macaroni is done.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Stir in cheese from kit.
9. 9
   Pour into a 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
10. 10
    Top with cheese slices.
11. 11
    Bake, uncovered, at 325° until cheese melts, usually 6 to 8 minutes.