CHILI MAC AND CHEESE (30 MINUTE MEAL) | MOM ON TIMEOUT

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Chili Mac is a hearty, homey, comfort food dish that is a tasty combination of classic chili and mac and cheese. On the table in 30 minutes!

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces elbow macaroni pasta (uncooked, dry)
1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium yellow onion (diced)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1½ tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne (optional)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon salt
22 ounces crushed tomatoes (use the entire can, juice and all)
8 ounces tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
¾ cup beef broth
1 teaspoon hot sauce
30 ounces kidney beans (2 cans, rinsed well and drained)
8 ounces shredded cheese (for serving)

Steps:

  • Cook macaroni according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • While the macaroni is cooking, brown the ground beef in a dutch oven or large, deep skillet over medium heat until mostly cooked through. A little pink is fine.
  • Add the diced onion and stir to combine, cooking over medium heat until onion is translucent. Add minced garlic and continue cooking for an additional minute.
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using) and salt until combined.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, hot sauce and kidney beans.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until chili has thickened.
  • Stir in the cooked macaroni and season with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Top with shredded cheese, place a lid on the chili mac to melt the cheese or place under the broiler for a few minutes, just until cheese is melted and bubbling.
  • Serve with desired toppings such as shredded cheese, jalapenos, tomatoes, sour cream, etc.

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