Sloppy Joe Mac and Cheese 1 package (16 ounces) elbow macaroni 1 pound lean ground beef 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste 1 envelope sloppy joe mix 1 small onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup butter, cubed 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground mustard 1/4 teaspoon pepper 3 cups half-and-half cream 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Printed from tasteofhome.com Oct 8, 2008 Copyright Reiman Media Group, Inc © 2008

-----------------------Fold------------------------ Sloppy Joe Mac and Cheese cont. 4 cups (16 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese, divided Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste and sloppy joe mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Drain macaroni; set aside. In a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Stir in the flour, salt, mustard and pepper until smooth. Gradually add cream and Worcestershire sauce. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. Stir in 3 cups cheese until melted. Add macaroni; mix well. Spread two-thirds of the macaroni mixture in a greased 13-in. x Printed from tasteofhome.com Oct 8, 2008 Copyright Reiman Media Group, Inc © 2008

	Sloppy Joe Mac and Cheese 9-in. baking dish. Spread beef mixture to within 2 in. of edges. Spoon remaining macaroni mixture around edges. Cover and bake at 375° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, 5-6 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Yield: 10 servings. Printed from tasteofhome.com Oct 8, 2008 Copyright Reiman Media Group, Inc © 2008