1 lb. ground beef
1 pkg. Hamburger Helper mix for Cheeseburger macaroni
3 1/2 c. hot water
2 to 3 tsp. chili powder
1 lg. clove garlic, crushed
Dash of cayenne pepper, if desired
6 c. shredded lettuce
1 med. green pepper, chopped (1 cup)
2 med. tomatoes, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/3 c. sliced green onions (with tops)
1/4 c. sliced pitted ripe olives

Cook and stir ground beef in 10 inch skillet until brown; drain. Stir in macaroni sauce mix, water, chili powder, garlic and cayenne pepper. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, 15 minutes. Uncover and cook 5 minutes longer. Place lettuce, green pepper, tomato, onions and olives in large bowl; toss with ground beef mixture. Serve immediately or, if desired, cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 4 hours. Serve with tortilla chips and dairy sour cream if desired.