Cheesy Beef and Macaroni With Thyme

This recipe is a favorite at my house. The list of ingredients my sound sorta strange but it makes a yummy casserole! We serve it with garlic bread.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 2 1⁄2 cups elbow macaroni (uncooked)
• 1  lb ground beef
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1  red pepper, chopped
• 3  green onions, chopped
• 2  tablespoons white wine
• 1 1⁄2 cups milk
• 1  tablespoon spicy brown mustard
• 1  teaspoon soy sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (2 1/4ounce) can  sliced black olives
• 1⁄8 cup flour
• 2 1⁄2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
• 1 -1 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a large casserole dish.
2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Place macaroni in the pot, cook 9 to 11 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
3. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the ground beef, onion, red peppers and garlic until beef is brown and vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in wine, and continue cooking 1 minute. Mix in milk, mustard, soy sauce and black olives, stir until heated through. Whisk the flour into the mixture and gradually stir in 2 cups of the cheese until melted.
5. Mix in the thyme and add the macaroni to the skillet. Stir until combined and place in the prepared casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese.
6. Cook uncovered 30 minutes in a preheated oven until bubbly and lightly brown.