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Cheesy baked pasta with ground beef and vegetables in a white casserole dish.

Chili Mac And Cheese (With Ground Beef)

Amanda BC
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 857 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup elbow macaroni
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 pound minced beef
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dried
  • Pinch of salt and pepper
  • 1 15-ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 can red kidney beans (15 ounces) drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella grated
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese grated
  • Cilantro or parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet and cook the onions together with the garlic and bell pepper until soft. Add the minced beef and cook until browned. Season the meat with the spices, salt, and pepper.
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  • Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken stock, and red kidney beans. Mix the cooked pasta with the meat sauce until well combined.
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  • Transfer the pasta mixture to a casserole and top with the mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
  • Bake the casserole in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  • Remove the dish from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley.
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Nutrition

Calories: 857kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 44gFat: 47gSaturated Fat: 19gSodium: 516mgFiber: 5g
Keyword Chili Mac and Cheese
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