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Chili Mac

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A hearty and flavorful pasta dish combining chili spices, ground beef, and melted cheese for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Vegetables and Spices

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • salt salt
  • 4 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar, (packed)

Main ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 8 ounces elbow macaroni
  • 1-8 ounce package shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • black pepper black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, (chopped)

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in a skillet, cook onion, spices, and salt until soft, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add garlic and brown sugar; cook 30 seconds. Add beef and cook until no pink.
  • Stir in water, salt, tomato sauce, and pasta; simmer until pasta is tender, 9-12 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in 1 cup cheese, season with salt and pepper, top with remaining cheese, and sprinkle with parsley. Rest until cheese melts.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or chopped jalapeños.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef, Chili, Macaroni