Ingredients
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.
Last Step:
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π₯ Adjust the spice level by using more or less cayenne pepper, or add jalapeΓ±os for extra heat
π§ For extra creaminess, add a splash of milk or cream when stirring in the cheese
π½οΈ This dish freezes well – store in airtight containers and reheat with additional cheese for best results
- 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
