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One Pot Chili Mac and Cheese
A hearty and flavorful one-pot meal combining chili and mac and cheese, perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
Meat and Canned Goods
- 500 g ground beef (mince, lean)
- 800 g crushed canned tomato
- 420 g can red kidney beans, drained
Broth and Pasta
- 2 1/2 cups beef broth
- 250 g elbow macaroni, uncooked
Cheese and Garnish
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, tasty)
- 1/4 cup coriander / cilantro, finely chopped
Spices and Seasonings
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper or chili powder
- 2 tsp paprika powder
- 2 tsp cumin powder
- 1 1/2 tsp onion powder ((can sub garlic powder))
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot, cook garlic and onion for 1 minute, then add capsicum and cook until translucent.
- Add beef, cook until browned, then stir in remaining ingredients except cheese. Simmer.
- Cover and cook for 12 minutes until pasta is al dente and saucy.
- Turn off heat, stir in half the cheese, adjust seasoning, then top with remaining cheese and cover until melted.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
Adjust spice levels to taste and serve hot for best flavor.