1/2 Pound ground beef

2 1/4 Cups water

1/2 Cup catsup

1 Teaspoon KRAFT Pure Prepared Mustard -- (optional)

1 Package -- (7 oz.) elbow

-- macaroni 3/4 Lb. -- (12 oz.) VELVEETA

-- Cheese Spread, cut -- up

BROWN meat in large skillet; drain.

ADD water, catsup and mustard. Bring to boil. Stir in macaroni. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover. Simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until macaroni is tender.

ADD VELVEETA; stir until melted. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

BUSTED BY MEG ANTCZAK 1/12/98