Birmingham chef Sedesh Boodram Wilkerson adds a surprising ingredient to his macaroni and cheese pie—Scotch bonnet chiles!

Add cheese, salsa, tomatoes and taco seasoning. Drain pasta; stir into beef. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with tortilla chips.

With just a few extra ingredients and steps, you can turn boxed mac and cheese into a filling dinner. To make this Taco Mac and Cheese, simply prepare your favorite boxed mac and cheese according ...