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One Pot Chili Mac and Cheese

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A comforting and hearty meal that combines pasta, cheese, and flavorful spices, perfect for meal prep and family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red capsicum, chopped
  • 500g lean ground beef
  • 800g crushed canned tomatoes
  • 420g can red kidney beans, drained
  • 2 1/2 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
  • 250g uncooked elbow macaroni pasta
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or tasty cheese)
  • 1/4 cup coriander, finely chopped for garnish
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tsp paprika powder
  • 2 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over high heat.
  2. Cook the minced garlic and finely chopped onion for about 1 minute.
  3. Add the chopped red capsicum and cook until the onion turns translucent.
  4. Brown the lean ground beef, breaking it up until fully browned.
  5. Mix in the crushed canned tomatoes, drained red kidney beans, and beef broth.
  6. Incorporate the uncooked elbow macaroni pasta, stirring to ensure it’s submerged.
  7. Simmer for about 12 minutes or until the macaroni is al dente.
  8. Add half of the shredded cheese and stir until melted.
  9. Top with the remaining cheese and let sit for 2 minutes.
  10. Garnish with chopped coriander and serve warm.

Notes

This dish is meal prep friendly and can be made healthier by swapping ground beef for ground turkey or chicken.

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Keywords: chili mac, one pot meal, comfort food

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