One Pot Chili Mac (30 Minute Dinner!)

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 lbs ground beef ((We use 90/10 or close to that))
• 1 medium onion (diced (about 1 cup))
• 1 tbsp garlic (minced (about 2 large cloves))
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 2 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp paprika ((regular or smoked))
• 1/2 - 1 tsp cayenne pepper ((optional, adjust to preferred spice))
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1 (28 oz) ounce crushed tomatoes
• 3 cups beef broth
• 2 cups macaroni noodles ((about 1/2 pound))
• 2 cups Colby jack cheese (shredded)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil and allow to get hot. Add in the ground beef, onion, and garlic. Cook until the meat is brown in color and no pink remains, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. Drain off any excess liquid.

2. 2

   Return the pot to medium heat and add the spices, stirring for 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add in the tomatoes and stir well. Then pour in the broth and noodles. Cover and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, covered, until the noodles are just tender (al dente), then remove from the heat.

4. 4

   Remove the lid and stir in the cheese. It will be deliciously saucy at first - don't worry! By the time you serve it will have thickened. Enjoy!