Salsa Ranch Skillet

Salsa Ranch Skillet

1 lb. ground beef

1/2 cup chopped onion

1/2 cup chopped green pepper

1 packet ranch salad dressing mix

1 cup water

1 15-oz can tomato sauce

1 16-oz jar mild salsa

1 16-oz can baked beans

8 oz package rotini pasta

1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese

Brown the ground beef with the onion and green pepper in a large skillet over high heat. Drain. Add back to pan.

Stir in the dressing mix until thoroughly blended.

Add water, tomato sauce, salsa and beans. Bring to a boil.

Add pasta; reduce to medium-low heat. Simmer for 12 to 15 minutes or until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat. Sprinkle with cheese and let stand for 5 minutes until it's melted and the sauce has thickened.

Serves 4 to 6.

from Gooseberry Patch cookbook