Ingredients

1 pound ground beef1 package (12 ounces) shells and cheese dinner mix2 cups water1-1/4 cups salsa1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder1/8 teaspoon salt

Preparation

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Set aside cheese sauce packet from dinner mix. Add shells and water to skillet. Bring to a boil; cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender.

Stir in the salsa, beans, chili powder, salt and contents of cheese sauce packet. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes.