01 -
Heat oven to 400°.
02 -
Cook pasta, drain.
03 -
Brown meat in big pot, drain fat.
04 -
Mix meat and pasta.
05 -
Put in casserole dish if needed.
06 -
Add spice, water, salsa. Mix well.
07 -
Top with cheese. Add cream cheese if using.
08 -
Bake 18-22 minutes till bubbly.
09 -
Cool 5 minutes. Add toppings!.