A hearty and comforting dish that combines the flavors of chili with the creamy goodness of mac and cheese.
Chili Mac and Cheese
A hearty and comforting dish that combines the flavors of chili with the creamy goodness of mac and cheese.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces macaroni uncooked
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 ounces
- 1 can kidney beans rinsed and drained, 15 ounces
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cook macaroni according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, water, salt, and pepper to the skillet; bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the cooked macaroni and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until combined.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and cover until cheese is melted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 960mgPotassium: 540mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 560IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 4mg
This was a hit! I love how cheesy it turned out. Perfect for my family dinner.