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72% less sat fat • 68% less fat • 26% fewer calories than the original recipe—see the comparison. This 30-minute sizzling skillet will have your family running to the table! From eatbetteramerica.

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4 spoons 28%

3 spoons 31%

2 spoons 11%

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PREP TIME
30 Min
TOTAL TIME
30 Min
SERVINGS
6

1: lb extra-lean (at least 93%) ground beef

1: jar (16 oz) Muir Glen® organic mild salsa

1: cup Muir Glen® organic tomato sauce (from 15-oz can)

1 1/2: cups water

2: cups uncooked regular or multigrain elbow macaroni

1: cup Green Giant® Valley Fresh Steamers™ Niblets® frozen corn

1/2: cup shredded reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese (2 oz)

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1 In 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
2 Stir in salsa, tomato sauce and water. Heat to boiling. Stir in macaroni and corn. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until macaroni is tender.
3 Sprinkle with cheese. Cover; let stand 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

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Expert Tips

We've replaced ingredients with great-tasting alternatives to create better-for-you recipes that are just as yummy as the original.

Lean ground turkey can be used instead of the ground beef, if you like.

Toss a crisp green salad with your favorite low-fat dressing and serve it with this family-style skillet meal. Fresh fruit makes a perfect dessert.

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Nutrition Information:

1 Serving (1 Serving)

Calories 370

(Calories from Fat 60),

Total Fat 6g

(Saturated Fat 2 1/2g,
Trans Fat 0g),

Cholesterol 45mg;
Sodium 650mg;
Total Carbohydrate 53g

(Dietary Fiber 3g,
Sugars 5g),

Protein 25g;

Percent Daily Value*:

Vitamin A 10.00%;
Vitamin C 15.00%;
Calcium 8.00%;
Iron 20.00%;

Exchanges:

3 1/2 Starch;
0 Fruit;
0 Other Carbohydrate;
0 Skim Milk;
0 Low-Fat Milk;
0 Milk;
0 Vegetable;
0 Very Lean Meat;
2 Lean Meat;
0 High-Fat Meat;
0 Fat;

Carbohydrate Choices:

3 1/2;

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Posted 1/8/2012 12:41:15 PM REPORT ABUSE jdcountrymama said:

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This was a hit at my table. So I didn't exactly make this the "healthy way." I added black beans. Also exchanged the salsa for petite cut diced tomatos with jalapenos which gave it a little extra flavor and zip and didn't have the problem of it being bland. I also added some mexican blend cheese. I WILL be making this again!

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Posted 12/27/2011 4:41:11 PM REPORT ABUSE jmsmomof3 said:

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I added black beans and what was in the fridge, left over diced tomatoes. Loved it as did my three kids!

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Posted 9/30/2011 7:41:13 AM REPORT ABUSE AshSweatt said:

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I made this for dinner and my family of five loved it! I served it with steamed veggies for a well balanced meal. I did leave out the salsa, but the tomato sauce was enough to give the dish flavor and the pasta came out perfect at 12 minutes. I did put salsa on the table for the ones that wanted some extra kick. I also added taco seasoning after browning the meat, as advised by some other reviewers. Quick and easy!

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