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chili mac

NinaMarie99 avatar
Recipe by
Nina Salazar
@NinaMarie99
Beaumont, TX

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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yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 35 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For chili mac

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

How To Make chili mac

  • 1
    In large skillet, cook ground beef and onion until beef is no longer pink and onions are softened
  • 2
    Add minced garlic, chili powder, beans, tomatoes, macaroni and water.
  • 3
    Bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, until macaroni is tender.
  • 4
    Add cheese and cover for 2 minutes until melted. Serve immediately
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