Beer and Bacon Burger Skillet

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1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef

2 cups (500 mL) milk

1 cup (250 mL) hot water

1/3 cup (75 mL) beer

1 box Hamburger Helper* Cheeseburger Macaroni

1 cup (250 mL) shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

4 slices bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled

1 cup (250 mL) French-fried onions

Red pepper sauce or chopped jalapeno chilies, if desired

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In 10-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown; drain.
2

Stir in milk, hot water, beer, uncooked pasta and sauce mix (from Hamburger Helper box). Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally.
3

Reduce heat; cover and simmer about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender. Remove from heat; uncover.
4

Top with 1/2 cup of the cheese, the bacon and onions. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese on top. Cover; let stand 5 minutes (sauce will thicken as it stands). Sprinkle with pepper sauce.