Description
A quick, hearty one‑pot Chili mac with ground beef delivers bold flavor, cheesy goodness, and a comforting dinner ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cups macaroni noodles
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese (optional)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat, breaking it up until no pink remains.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, cooking briefly to toast the spices.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes, beef broth, and macaroni; bring to a boil then simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat, fold in shredded cheese if using, and let rest five minutes before serving.
Notes
- Nutrition is approximate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
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