CHILI MAC & CHEESE

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This Mexican/southwestern casserole of comfort food is high on taste and low on the scale of difficulty-a delicious combination. -Mary Aguilar, Shelby, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 packages (7-1/4 ounces each) macaroni and cheese dinner mix
2 pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups sour cream
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Set aside cheese packets from dinner mixes. In a large saucepan, bring 2 quarts water to a boil. Add macaroni; cook until tender, 8-10 minutes., Meanwhile, in a Dutch oven, cook and stir beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink, 8-10 minutes; drain. Stir in tomatoes, tomatoes and green chiles, tomato sauce and seasonings. Drain macaroni; add to beef mixture. Stir in contents of cheese packets, sour cream and 1 cup cheese., Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; top with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until bubbly, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 631 calories, Fat 35g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 1286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

Corrie Ostermiller
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I added a can of corn to this recipe and it was delicious. It added a little sweetness and crunch.


Benjamin Briones
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I made this chili mac and cheese with ground turkey instead of beef. It was just as good, if not better.


Abigail George
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and hearty meal.


forlove T
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I'm not a big fan of chili, but I loved this chili mac and cheese. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful.


RK ROKI KING
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This is the best chili mac and cheese I've ever had. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful.


Larry Fundz
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This chili mac and cheese is the perfect comfort food for a cold night. It's also a great way to use up leftover chili.


Maida Memon
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. Just sneak some chopped veggies into the chili.


Mirza Ghufran
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I made this chili mac and cheese in a slow cooker and it was perfect. I just threw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it cook on low for 8 hours.


Mahinda Kapuwaththa
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover macaroni and cheese. Just add some chili and you're good to go.


Ezinne Jessica
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I topped my chili mac and cheese with a dollop of sour cream and it was the perfect finishing touch.


Mary Appah
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I added a can of corn to this recipe and it was delicious. It added a little sweetness and crunch.


Halcyon Pigeon42
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I made this chili mac and cheese with ground turkey instead of beef. It was just as good, if not better.


Deo3
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This recipe is a little time-consuming, but it's worth it. The end result is a delicious and hearty meal.


NuNu Copeland
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I'm not a big fan of chili, but I loved this chili mac and cheese. The cheese sauce is so creamy and flavorful.


Jessore TV
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This is the best chili mac and cheese I've ever had. The combination of flavors is perfect.


Lilly Gardner
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I made this chili mac and cheese for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Abul Kasim
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chili. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies.


Jaber Hikmat
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I've made this chili mac and cheese recipe several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold night.


Sadeepa Lakmini
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This chili mac and cheese was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making this again.