**Savory Chili Mac N' Beef Casserole: A Comforting Culinary Delight**
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with our tantalizing Chili Mac N' Beef Casserole. This hearty and flavorful dish is a delightful symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds. Picture tender macaroni noodles enveloped in a rich, savory chili sauce, generously topped with a layer of melted cheese and succulent ground beef. Each bite of this culinary masterpiece is an explosion of flavors, with the chili's zesty kick, the beef's savory richness, the cheese's gooey indulgence, and the macaroni's comforting heartiness. Whether you're seeking a cozy meal for a chilly evening or a hearty dish to feed a hungry crowd, this Chili Mac N' Beef Casserole is sure to be a hit. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create this irresistible comfort food masterpiece.
CHILI MACARONI CASSEROLE
This is a delicious layered dish of chili and macaroni and cheese, topped with tortilla chips and cheese for a nice crunch. Serve with a dollop of sour cream. My family loves it!
Provided by Beth71
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Noodles
Time 1h10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the macaroni, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 8 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the ground beef with onion until the meat is browned, about 10 minutes. Break the meat up into crumbles as it cooks; drain excess grease. Mix in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, corn, kidney beans, taco seasoning, and chili seasoning; bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes.
- Whisk the Cheddar cheese soup and milk in a saucepan until smooth, and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat. Whisk in 1 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup of sour cream, and garlic powder; season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- Arrange the cooked macaroni into the bottom of a 10x15-inch baking dish, and mix with the soup mixture. Pour the ground beef chili over the macaroni, and sprinkle with 1 more cup shredded Cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the casserole is hot and bubbling and the cheese topping has melted, 20 to 30 minutes. Serve topped with dollops of sour cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 539.4 calories, Carbohydrate 53.1 g, Cholesterol 80.8 mg, Fat 22.8 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 30.1 g, SaturatedFat 11.1 g, Sodium 1389.3 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
CHILI MAC CASSEROLE
This cheesy casserole uses several of my family's favorite ingredients, including macaroni, kidney beans, tomatoes and cheese. Just add a leafy salad for a complete meal. -Marlene Wilson, Rolla, North Dakota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, cook the beef, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, beans, tomato paste, chiles and seasonings. Drain macaroni; add to beef mixture., Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and bake at 375° until bubbly, 25-30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 5-8 minutes longer. If desired, top with sliced green onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 758mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
VELVEETA® CHILI MAC
Try our savory VELVEETA Chili Mac recipe for a tasty dish. With ground beef, onion, chili beans and tomatoes, this VELVEETA Chili Mac has it all.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings, 1 cup each
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook macaroni as directed on package, omitting salt.
- Meanwhile, reserve 1/3 cup onions. Brown meat with peppers and remaining onions in Dutch oven or large deep skillet; drain. Return meat mixture to pan. Stir in beans, tomatoes and VELVEETA; cook 5 min. or until mixture is heated through and VELVEETA starts to melt, stirring occasionally.
- Drain macaroni. Add to meat mixture; mix lightly. Top with reserved onions.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 510 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 16 g
CHILI MAC
Add a little spice to this comfort food favorite, by sprinkling on Sargento Shredded Reduced Fat 4 Cheese Mexican Cheese. Ole!
Provided by Sargento
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Sargento
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook ground beef, onion and green pepper in large skillet over medium heat 5 minutes or until beef is no longer pink; pour off drippings. Add tomatoes, water and taco seasoning; simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Toss pasta with meat mixture. Spoon 3 cups of mixture into an 11x7-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese; top with remaining meat mixture. Cover with foil; bake in preheated 375 degrees F oven 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Return to oven 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 429.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.2 g, Cholesterol 82.5 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 893.9 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
Tips:
- For a thicker chili mac, use less water or broth. Start with 1 cup and add more as needed.
- If you like your chili mac spicy, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper.
- To make your chili mac more cheesy, add an extra cup of shredded cheese or use a blend of different cheeses, such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
- For a healthier chili mac, use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef. You can also use whole wheat pasta and low-fat cheese.
- To make chili mac in a slow cooker, brown the beef and onion in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat. Add the browned beef, onion, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir in the pasta, water or broth, and tomatoes. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
Conclusion:
Chili mac is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It can be made with a variety of ingredients and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Chili mac is a hearty and filling dish that is sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
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