chili mac and beef casserole

Name: Chili Mac N Beef Casserole by Freda
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cup(s) elbow macaroni; 2 pound(s) lean ground beef; 1/2 medium onion, diced; 2 clove(s) garlic, minced; 1 can(s) chopped green chiles, undrained (4 oz); 1 can(s) chili with beans (15 oz); 1 can(s) chili without beans (15 oz); 3 tablespoon(s) water, divided; 1 package(s) taco seasoning (1 oz); 2 teaspoon(s) cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt; - pepper, to taste; 2 cup(s) shredded Mexican cheese blend; - black olives, for serving; sour cream, for serving; green onions, for serving; tortilla chips, for serving; corn chips, for serving

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FREDA GABLE

Vanc. (born in Savannah, Ga), WA

Updated on Aug 9, 2024

This chili mac casserole version was brought to a potluck and this is my version of that recipe. It never fails to disappear. With 2 pounds of beef, you're sure to have more beef than beans in this dish. It tastes even better on day 2. Lightly spiced, add a green salad and some Fritos on your plate for a full meal.

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Blue Ribbon Recipe

Meaty and cheesy, this mac and beef casserole is full of flavor. Filled with ground beef and pasta, it's a very hearty meal. Taco seasoning and cumin add the flavor you associate with a bowl of chili. Once baked, the shredded cheese on top is nice and melted. And Freda is right, leftovers are just as good.

— The Test Kitchen

prep time 25 Min

cook time 25 Min

method Bake

yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups elbow macaroni
2 pounds lean ground beef
1/2 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can chopped green chiles, undrained (4 oz)
1 can chili with beans (15 oz)
1 can chili without beans (15 oz)
3 tablespoons water, divided
1 package taco seasoning (1 oz)
2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- pepper, to taste
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- black olives, for serving
sour cream, for serving
green onions, for serving
tortilla chips, for serving
corn chips, for serving

How To Make chili mac and beef casserole

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray your 9X13 dish with non-stick spray and set aside.

Step 2

Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain.
Step 3

As the macaroni is cooking, in a large skillet or saucepan brown the beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat. Drain off any fat.
Step 4

Stir in the can of green chiles and both cans of chili. Rinse each can with 1 Tbsp water and add to the pan.
Step 5

Add taco seasoning, cumin, salt, and pepper. Continue to simmer until hot and bubbly.
Step 6

Add drained macaroni to the beef mixture. Toss well.
Step 7

Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
Step 8

Cover and bake for 20 - 25 minutes until bubbly.
Step 9

Uncover. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake for another 8 - 10 minutes longer until the cheese is fully melted.
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