Chili Cheese Mac Recipe

Name: Chili Cheese Mac
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 cup hot water; 2 cups milk; 1 ½ cups elbow macaroni; 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; ½ teaspoon paprika

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
1 cup hot water
2 cups milk
1 ½ cups elbow macaroni
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
½ teaspoon paprika

1
Brown ground beef in a large skillet; drain.
2
Add the hot water, milk, pasta, and the seasonings.
3
Bring to boil.
4
Cover and simmer on low about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
5
In the last few minutes of cook time, stir in the cheese; cover the pot again for the final few minutes of cook time.
6
When the pasta is tender and the cheese is melted, turn off heat and uncover.
7
Let mixture stand, uncovered, about five minutes.
8
It will continue to thicken as it stands.

499

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 1 cup hot water, 2 cups milk, 1 ½ cups elbow macaroni, and more.

Yes, Chili Cheese Mac falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chili Cheese Mac

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