"Ground beef, Cheddar cheese, black beans, and tomatoes make this a delicious and hearty macaroni and cheese recipe. This chili mac makes a great family meal with a side salad and cornbread or crusty rolls. Sprinkle this dish with extra cheese and chopped cilantro just before serving...."
INGREDIENTS
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6 to 7 ounces macaroni, about 1 1/2 cups, uncooked
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 to 1 1/2 pounds ground beef
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1 large onion, chopped
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1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
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3 medium cloves garlic, minced
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2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes with liquid
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1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
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1/2 cup water
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 cup corn kernels, canned or frozen
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1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained, rinsed
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8 ounces shredded Cheddar cheese
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salt, to taste
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finely chopped cilantro and more shredded cheese, if desired, for garnish