Description
A heartwarming Chili Mac that combines creamy, cheesy goodness with comforting spices, perfect for chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups macaroni
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 packet chili seasoning
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Cook the macaroni according to package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside.
- Sauté the meat in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until browned, then drain any excess fat.
- Add the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chili seasoning. Let this simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Mix in the macaroni, then pour in the milk and cheese, stirring until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Chili Mac!
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings or ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg