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Ultimate One-Pot Chili Mac & Cheese Heaven!

Ultimate One-Pot Chili Mac & Cheese Heaven!

Savor this ultimate one-pot chili mac & cheese, featuring hearty ground beef, tomatoes, and bell peppers for pure comfort.
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves (, minced)
  • 1 onion (, finely chopped)
  • 1 red capsicum / bell pepper (, chopped)
  • 500 g / 1 lb ground beef (mince)
  • 800 g / 28 oz crushed canned tomato
  • 420 g / 14 oz can red kidney beans (, drained)
  • 2 1/2 cups (625 ml) beef broth
  • 250 g / 8 oz elbow macaroni pasta ((elbow pasta), uncooked)
  • 2 cups (200g) shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, tasty cheese)

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over high heat. Add garlic and onion, cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Add red capsicum and cook until the onion is translucent.
  • Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon as you go.
  • Once the beef is browned, add crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, beef broth, and uncooked macaroni. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  • Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the macaroni is al dente and the sauce has thickened.
  • Turn the stove OFF. Stir in half of the shredded cheese until melted and the mixture is saucy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Top with the remaining cheese, put the lid back on, and let it sit for 2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.