Chili Mac

Recipes

Chili Mac

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 32 ounces beef stock
  • 3 cups dry elbow macaroni
  • 29-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 30-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 14.5-ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Beef:
    • In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked, about 7 minutes. Drain the beef on a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess grease.
  2. Sauté Onions and Garlic:
    • In the same pot, heat the oil and then add the onions. Cook until the onions are translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
  3. Combine Ingredients:
    • Pour the beef stock into the pot. Add the dry elbow macaroni, tomato sauce, pinto beans, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.
  4. Simmer:
    • Bring the pot to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook covered for 10 minutes.
  5. Uncover and Finish Cooking:
    • Remove the lid and continue cooking for another 3 minutes, allowing some of the liquid to reduce.
  6. Add Cheese:
    • Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it is completely melted and mixed into the chili mac.

Serve this hearty and comforting Chili Mac warm, perfect for a satisfying meal on any night.