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chili mac and beef casserole

(8 ratings)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
FREDA GABLE
@cookin4me
Vanc. (born in Savannah, Ga), WA

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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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 @kitchencrew
(8 ratings)
yield 8 serving(s)
prep time 25 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For chili mac and beef casserole

  • 1 1/2 c
    elbow macaroni
  • 2 lb
    lean ground beef
  • 1/2 md
    onion, diced
  • 2 clove
    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 Tbsp
    water, divided
  • 1 pkg
    taco seasoning (1 oz)
  • 2 tsp
    cumin
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • pepper, to taste
  • 2 c
    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

  • Spray a baking dish with non-stick spray.
    1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray your 9X13 dish with non-stick spray and set aside.
  • Cook macaroni according to the package directions.
    2
    Cook macaroni according to the package directions. Drain.
  • In a large skillet or saucepan brown the beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat.
    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.
  • Stir in the can of green chiles and both cans of chili. Add water.
    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.
  • Add taco seasoning, cumin, salt, and pepper.
    5
    Add taco seasoning, cumin, salt, and pepper. Continue to simmer until hot and bubbly.
  • Add drained macaroni to the beef mixture.
    6
    Add drained macaroni to the beef mixture. Toss well.
  • Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
    7
    Transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Cover and bake.
    8
    Cover and bake for 20 - 25 minutes until bubbly.
  • Uncover. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake.
    9
    Uncover. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake for another 8 - 10 minutes longer until the cheese is fully melted.
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