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Chili Mac

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🌢️ Combine two favorite comfort foods into one hearty, satisfying meal that delivers the perfect balance of cheesy goodness and spicy chili flavor
🍽️ Create a quick one-pot dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights and will have the whole family coming back for seconds

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x

Ingredients

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1 tablespoon olive oil

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 onion, finely chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

500g lean ground beef

800g crushed canned tomatoes

420g canned red kidney beans, drained

2 1/2 cups beef broth

250g uncooked elbow macaroni pasta

2 cups shredded cheese such as cheddar or Monterey Jack

1/4 cup finely chopped coriander (cilantro) for garnish

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

2 teaspoons paprika powder

2 teaspoons cumin powder

1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1 1/4 teaspoons salt

Instructions

1-First, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, sautΓ©ing until they smell amazing and turn translucent.

2-Next, toss in the chopped red bell pepper and cook it until it’s soft, which adds a nice crunch and color to your dish.

3-Then, add the 500g of lean ground beef and brown it thoroughly, breaking it up as it cooks to mix with the veggies.

4-Once the beef is ready, stir in the 800g crushed canned tomatoes, 420g drained red kidney beans, 2 1/2 cups beef broth, 250g uncooked elbow macaroni, and the homemade chili powder mix.

5-Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is al dente and everything blends together perfectly.

6-Turn off the heat, mix in half of the 2 cups shredded cheese until it melts into the mix, then top with the rest and let it sit for 2 minutes to get all gooey. Finally, garnish with 1/4 cup chopped coriander and serve it up hot.

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Notes

πŸ”₯ Adjust the spice level by using more or less cayenne pepper, or add jalapeΓ±os for extra heat
πŸ§€ For extra creaminess, add a splash of milk or cream when stirring in the cheese
🍽️ This dish freezes well – store in airtight containers and reheat with additional cheese for best results

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 13 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: One-Pot
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 768
  • Sugar: 12
  • Sodium: 980
  • Fat: 35
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18
  • Trans Fat: 1.5
  • Carbohydrates: 75
  • Fiber: 11
  • Protein: 44
  • Cholesterol: 85