chili mac

Name: Chili Mac
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound(s) ground beef; 1 teaspoon(s) minced garlic; 1 teaspoon(s) chili powder; 1 can(s) kidney beans drained; 1 can(s) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion; 1 cup(s) elbow macaroni uncooked; 1/2 cup(s) water; 1 cup(s) shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup(s) diced onion (option)

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Nina Salazar

Beaumont, TX

Updated on Jan 13, 2015

Easy Meal Idea For Any Family. "This is our family's go-to dinner when time is short. Our 2-year-old loves it, especially with extra cheese.".

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Chili mac is a quick and hearty one-dish meal of beef, beans, tomatoes, cheese and spices. For extra flavor, add a generous teaspoon of Italian seasoning and some salt and pepper.

prep time 35 Min

cook time 40 Min

method Stove Top

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 can kidney beans drained
1 can diced tomatoes with garlic and onion
1 cup elbow macaroni uncooked
1/2 cup water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced onion (option)

How To Make chili mac

Step 1

In large skillet, cook ground beef and onion until beef is no longer pink and onions are softened

Step 2

Add minced garlic, chili powder, beans, tomatoes, macaroni and water.
Step 3

Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, until macaroni is tender.
Step 4

Add cheese and cover for 2 minutes until melted. Serve immediately
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