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Chili Mac

Chili Mac

Cost $15, save $10

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 35 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Protein

    • 1 pound ground beef or turkey

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 1 green bell pepper, chopped

  • Canned Goods

    • 🍅 1 (14.5 ounce) can Mexican or chili-style stewed tomatoes, undrained

  • Seasonings

    • 💧 ½ cup water
    • 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

  • Pasta

    • 2 cups elbow macaroni or small shells, cooked and drained

  • Dairy

    • 🧀 2 cups Sargento® Shredded Reduced Fat 4 Cheese Mexican Cheese, divided

STEPS

1

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

2

Cook ground beef, onion, and bell pepper in a large skillet over medium heat until beef is crumbly and no longer pink, about 5 minutes; pour off drippings.

3

Add tomatoes, water, and taco seasoning; simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir cooked pasta into meat mixture until combined.

4

Spoon 3 cups meat mixture into an 11x7-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese; top with remaining meat mixture. Cover with aluminum foil.

5

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove foil; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Continue baking until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

430

Calories

  • 32
    Protein
  • 37
    Carbs
  • 17
    Fats

💡 Swap ground beef for turkey to reduce calories.Use whole grain pasta for added fiber.Add extra vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms for a nutrient boost.For spicier flavor, add chopped jalapeños to the meat mixture.