Chili Mac and Cheese is a hearty, homey, comfort food dish that is a tasty combination of classic chili and mac and cheese. This Chili Mac recipe is a delicious easy dinner that can be on the table in 30 minutes which makes it a total winner for busy weeknights as well as game day.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces elbow macaroni pasta uncooked, dry
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1½ tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne optional
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 22 ounces crushed tomatoes use the entire can, juice and all
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¾ cup beef broth
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 30 ounces kidney beans 2 cans, rinsed well and drained
- 8 ounces shredded cheese for serving
