Description
A hearty and comforting casserole combining macaroni and cheese with spicy chili. Perfect for a family dinner!
Ingredients
8 oz elbow macaroni
1 lb ground beef
1 can (15 oz) chili beans
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup milk
Instructions
1.
2. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
3. 2. Cook the macaroni according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.
4. 3. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is soft.
5. 4. Stir in the chili beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
6. 5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni, the chili mixture, milk, and half of the cheddar cheese.
7. 6. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish. Top with the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
8. 7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. 8. Remove from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
10.
Notes
You can add extra toppings like jalapeños or sour cream for added flavor.
This recipe can easily be doubled for larger gatherings.
Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: macaroni, chili, casserole, comfort food