Description
A warm and comforting Chili Mac Casserole, blending macaroni with a rich chili sauce and topped with gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups elbow macaroni
- 1 lb ground beef or beans
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
- 1 cup bell peppers (optional), diced
- 1 cup corn (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the macaroni in salted boiling water until slightly underdone; drain.
- Sauté onion and garlic in a skillet until translucent.
- Brown the ground meat, if using, in the skillet.
- Stir in chili powder, tomato sauce, and diced tomatoes; simmer for 10 minutes.
- Combine cooked pasta with the meat sauce and half of the cheese.
- Transfer to a greased 9×13 inch casserole dish; top with remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
Customize by adding other vegetables like spinach or jalapeños according to your preference. Let it rest before serving for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Chili, Casserole, Comfort Food, Pasta, Family Meal