CHEDDAR MACARONI BEEF CASSEROLE

1 pkg. (7¼ oz.) Macaroni & Cheese Dinner

1 lb. lean ground beef

1 can Italian-style stewed tomatoes, undrained

1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves or dried basil leaves

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Prepare Dinner as directed on package, omitting butter.  Meanwhile, brown meat in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat; drain.  Add tomatoes and oregano; mix well.  Bring to boil.

Add meat mixture to Dinner; spoon into 2-qt. casserole dish.  Sprinkle with cheese.

Bake at 400° for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through.

SAUSAGE BRUNCH CASSEROLE

1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained

1/2 cup chopped green onions

1 can (4 oz.) mushroom stem and pieces, drained

2 medium tomatoes, chopped

2 cups (8 oz.) shredded mozzarella cheese

1 cup pancake mix

12 eggs

1 cup milk

1/2 tsp. dried oregano

1/2 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. pepper

In a greased 9 x 13 inch baking dish, layer the sausage, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes and cheese.  In a large mixing bowl, whisk the pancake mix, eggs, milk, oregano, salt, and pepper; pour over cheese.

Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until top is set and lightly browned.  Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.  (Can be assembled the night before and kept in the fridge.)