Taco Macaroni Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked corkscrew macaroni
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 (1.25 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix
• 1/2 cup commercial French dressing
• 1/2 head lettuce, shredded
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper

Instructions

1. Cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Rinse with cold water, drain.
2. Chill for at least 1 hour.
3. Cook ground beef in large skillet until browned, stirring to crumble; drain off drippings.
4. Stir in taco seasoning and French dressing; cool.
5. Combine macaroni, beef mixture and remaining ingredients in a large bowl; tossing well.
6. Serve immediately.