1 lb. or more ground beef
1 pkg. sloppy joe dry mix
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
1 1/4 c. water
1 sm. can mushrooms (optional)
2 c. macaroni or shells, uncooked
1 can whole kernel corn, drained
2 c. Cheddar cheese, grated

Brown ground beef in skillet and drain. Stir in sloppy joe seasoning, tomato paste and water. Bring to a boil and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. In separate pan, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain. Stir in meat mixture, mushrooms, corn and 1 cup of the cheese. Put in buttered casserole and sprinkle with rest of cheese. Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

NOTE: This can be made by heating in the microwave approximately 25 to 30 minutes on High.