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Chili Mac

A hearty and comforting dish combining macaroni, chili, and cheese.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chili Base
  • 2 cups elbow macaroni uncooked
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 can kidney beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can chili beans 15 oz
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Topping
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the elbow macaroni and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Chili
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion is translucent.
  2. Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chili beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked macaroni to the chili mixture and stir to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
  2. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gFiber: 8gSugar: 5g

Notes

Feel free to add additional toppings like sour cream or green onions for extra flavor.

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