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Chili Mac

This one-pot chili mac combines seasoned ground beef, tomato sauce, and tender elbow macaroni under melted cheese.

$2.63per serving $$
30 minstart to table
4servings

AmericanHigh-proteinBudgetFamilyDinnersGame dayCold-weather comfortWinter

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 yellow onion
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp cumin
  • salt
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
  • 8 oz about 2 cups elbow macaroni
  • 4 1/2 oz package shredded mexican cheese blend
  • black pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro

Steps

  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat, then cook the chopped onion for 4 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, and brown sugar, then cook for 1 minute.
  3. Add the ground beef and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it up until it reaches 160 F.
  4. Stir in the water, tomato sauce, and macaroni, then simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes until tender.
  5. Stir in the cheese, season with salt and pepper, cover for 2 minutes, and top with parsley or cilantro.

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