Name: Chili Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 small onion; ½ cup bell pepper; 3 cloves garlic; 1.25 oz chili seasoning mix; 8 oz tomato sauce; 2 cups macaroni (uncooked); 1½ cups cheddar cheese (shredded); ½ cup chicken broth (can sub beef broth); 1 15 oz can kidney beans, drained; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour; ½ cup heavy cream; 1 cup milk; ½ teaspoon mustard powder; ¼ teaspoon onion powder; ¼ teaspoon each: salt/pepper; ½ teaspoon hot sauce; Fresh parsley

Chili Mac

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Chili Mac is a comforting and satisfying dish that brings together the rich flavors of hearty chili and the creamy goodness of macaroni and cheese. This one-pot meal is perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or game day celebrations. With its savory beef, tender beans, and gooey cheese sauce, Chili Mac will please even the pickiest eaters. Easy to prepare in just under 30 minutes, this dish is not only delicious but also versatile; you can customize it with your favorite vegetables or toppings to make it uniquely yours. Whether served on its own or paired with a side salad or cornbread, this hearty mac and cheese blend will quickly become a family favorite.

Author: aurora
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: Serves approximately 6
Category: Main
Method: One-pot
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 lb ground beef
1 small onion
½ cup bell pepper
3 cloves garlic
1.25 oz chili seasoning mix
8 oz tomato sauce
2 cups macaroni (uncooked)
1½ cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
½ cup chicken broth (can sub beef broth)
1 15 oz can kidney beans, drained
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons flour
½ cup heavy cream
1 cup milk
½ teaspoon mustard powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon each: salt/pepper
½ teaspoon hot sauce
Fresh parsley

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Instructions

In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef while breaking it apart.
Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until tender.
Stir in chili seasoning mix, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and kidney beans; simmer for 15 minutes.
Cook macaroni according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
In another saucepan, melt butter over medium heat; whisk in flour to form a roux.
Gradually add heavy cream and milk until smooth; stir in mustard powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, hot sauce, and cheese until melted.
Combine cooked macaroni with the chili mixture; pour cheese sauce over and stir gently to combine.
Serve hot garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 550
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

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