Shipwreck Dinner Ingredients These are the simple ingredients you’ll need to make this shipwreck dinner recipe: Ground beef: Start with a pound of lean ground beef. You can also use ground turkey. Macaroni and cheese mix: Stir a package of macaroni and cheese mix into the ground meat. Canned tomatoes: You’ll need a can of diced tomatoes. Milk: A cup of milk helps create a rich and creamy sauce. Frozen vegetables: A combination of frozen peas and frozen corn adds color and flavor. Salt: Seasoned salt enhances the overall flavor of the easy dish. Cheese: Shredded Cheddar cheese helps bring the whole thing together.