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chili mac

(4 ratings)
daneclark avatar
Recipe by
Dan Clark
@daneclark
Portland, OR

This is one of our favorite comfort foods.

(4 ratings)
yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 2 Hr
method Bake

Ingredients For chili mac

  • 2 c
    uncooked elbow macaroni (10 ounces)
  • 2 lb
    lean ground beef
  • 1 md
    onion, diced
  • 8 clove
    garlic, minced (or 2 tsp granulated)
  • 28 oz
    can petite diced tomatoes
  • 16 oz
    can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 6 oz
    can tomato paste
  • 4 oz
    can chopped green chilies
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1 Tbsp
    chili powder
  • 2 tsp
    ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp
    fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground red pepper (cayenne)
  • 8 oz
    mexican blend shredded cheese

How To Make chili mac

  • 1
    Cook macaroni according to package directions until just less than al dente. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown and crumble hamburger with onion and garlic until no longer pink. Drain fat and return to stove and add the remaining ingredients except for the cheese.
  • 2
    Pre-heat oven to 375º. Drain macaroni, add to beef mixture, stir to combine, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • 3
    Transfer to 13x9x2 baking dish coated with non-stick spray. Cover and bake until bubbly, about 25 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with cheese and bake 5-8 minutes until cheese is melted.
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