Beefy Barbecue Macaroni

• 3/4 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3-1/2 cups cooked elbow macaroni
• 3/4 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Dash cayenne pepper
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• Additional cheddar cheese, optional

1. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat 5-6 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, breaking into crumbles; drain. Add the macaroni, barbecue sauce, pepper and cayenne.
2. In a small saucepan, heat milk and butter over medium heat until butter is melted. Stir in cheese until melted. Pour over the macaroni mixture; gently toss to coat. Sprinkle with additional cheese if desired.

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Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/beefy-barbecue-macaroni/ (may not work)