INGREDIENTS
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1 pound ground beef or turkey
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 large yellow onion, diced
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1 red or green bell pepper, diced
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2-3 cloves garlic, minced
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coarse salt and fresh black pepper
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1 tablespoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon cumin
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon oregano, preferably Mexican
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne or red pepper flakes, optional
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1 (10-ounce) can Ro-tel tomatoes and green chiles
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1 (14 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes with juices
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6 ounces elbow macaroni
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1 + 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish
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coarse salt and fresh black pepper