Chili Mac

Name: Chili Mac
Ingredients: , Salt; 1/2 pound, elbow macaroni (about 2 cups uncooked pasta); 3 tablespoons, vegetable oil; 1 1/2 pounds, 85 percent lean ground beef; 2 , medium onions, chopped medium; 1 , red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and chopped medium; 6 , medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed through a garlic press; 2 tablespoons, chili powder; 1 tablespoon, ground cumin; 1 (14.5-ounce) can, diced tomatoes; 1 (28-ounce) can, tomato puree; 1 tablespoon, light or dark brown sugar; 8 ounces, Colby Jack cheese, shredded (about 2 2/3 cups)

Main Courses
Pasta
Beef
Cheese

We took this childhood comfort food and gave it ageless appeal.

SERVES 6 to 8

TIME 1¾ hours

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