Spicy Taco Salad
Spice up your taco salad with this special recipe that has a pasta twist.



1 pound lean ground beef
3 2/3 cups hot water
1 package Hamburger Helper® chili macaroni
3 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
1/4 teaspoon red pepper sauce
1 large garlic clove, crushed
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, if desired
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne), if desired
6 cups shredded lettuce
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
1/3 cup sliced green onion
1/4 cup sliced ripe olives
1 can (4.5 ounces) Old El Paso® chopped green chiles, drained

1. Cook beef in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain.

2. Stir in hot water, uncooked Pasta, Sauce Mix, chili powder, oregano, pepper sauce, garlic, cumin and red pepper. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.

3. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Uncover and cook 5 minutes longer. Cool 5 minutes.

4. Mix remaining ingredients in large bowl. Add beef mixture; toss. Serve immediately or, if desired, cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours until chilled.

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