Skillet Taco Macaroni - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    1 lb extra lean ground sirloin
    1 small onion, chopped
    16 ounces can tomato sauce
    16 ounces can water, use the empty tomato sauce can
    16 ounces can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
    3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    1/4 teaspoon pepper
    1/2 - 1 teaspoon cumin
    1/8 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    1 teaspoon dried cilantro
    1/2 cup milk
    2 - 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, can use cheddar-jack
Preparation
    In a large skillet, brown and crumble the ground sirloin with the chopped onion until no longer pink; drain excess fat, if desired (there shouldn't be that much if you've used the extra lean ground sirloin).
    Return cooked beef/onions to skillet. Add the tomato sauce, water, diced tomatoes, dry macaroni and seasonings. Stir well and bring to a boil.
    Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover tightly and simmer for 12-15 minutes (stirring once or twice) or until macaroni is tender.
    Add milk and cheese and stir well, until cheese is smooth and melted.
    Serve.

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