Four Layer Hamburger and Macaroni Casserole

Source: Stouffer's

Frozen macaroni and cheese, ground beef and taco seasoning mix make a surprise-filled casserole enhanced with sour cream, crushed tortilla chips and shredded Cheddar cheese. Each layer packs lots of zesty flavor.

2 packages(12 ounces each) STOUFFER'S frozen Macaroni and Cheese, defrosted*, divided
8 ounces lean ground beef
2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
2 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 cup diced tomato
1/3 cup crushed potato or tortilla chips
1/2 cup(2 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese

PREHEAT oven to 400º F.

COMBINE beef and seasoning mix in large skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes or until beef is no longer pink.

COMBINE 1 package macaroni and cheese and sour cream in medium bowl; spread over bottom of 8-inch-square baking dish. Top with beef mixture. Spread remaining package macaroni and cheese over beef mixture; top with tomato, potato chips and cheese.

BAKE for 20 to 25 minutes or until bubbly around edges.

FOR FREEZE AHEAD:
PREPARE as above; do not top with tomato, potato chips and cheese. Do not bake. Cover; freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator. Uncover. Top with tomato, potato chips and cheese.

PREHEAT oven to 400° F.

BAKE for 40 to 45 minutes or until bubbly around edges.

* DEFROST Macaroni and Cheese in microwave on MEDIUM (50%) power for 5 to 6 minutes.
Serves: 6