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Chili Mac 'n Cheese

This almost-instant main dish combines the flavors of two favorite comfort foods. Taco-flavored cheese and mild chilis add an extra kick without too much spice.

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Prep Time 30 min
Total Time 30 min
Servings 6

Ingredients

1: lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef

2 1/3: cups uncooked rotini pasta (7 oz)

1: teaspoon chili powder

2 1/4: cups hot water

1: can (14 1/2 oz) diced tomatoes with zesty mild green chiles, undrained

2: cups shredded taco-flavored cheese (8 oz)

: Chili powder, if desired

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Directions

1 In 12-inch skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
2 Stir in uncooked pasta, chili powder, water and tomatoes. Heat to boiling, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
3 Remove from heat; let stand uncovered 5 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. Sprinkle with additional chili powder.

EXPERT TIPS

Expert Tips

This two-in-one chili, macaroni and cheese skillet meal has a subtle kick to it. If you prefer more heat, use diced tomatoes with jalapeño chiles instead.

Serve this skillet meal with bowls of classic chili toppings, such as sour cream, chopped green onions or chopped cilantro.

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Nutrition Information

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING

Serving Size: 1 Serving

Calories: 430
Calories from Fat: 190),

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 22g; 22%
(Saturated Fat 11g, 11% Trans Fat 1g 1% ),
Cholesterol: 85mg; 85%;
Sodium: 480mg; 480%;
Total Carbohydrate: 30g; 30%
(Dietary Fiber 3g 3% Sugars 4g 4% ),
Protein: 28g; 28%

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 15%;
Vitamin C: 4%;
Calcium: 25%;
Iron: 15%;

Exchanges:

2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 0 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 0 High-Fat Meat; 1 Fat;

Carbohydrate Choices:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Posted 8/10/2012 11:31:44 AM REPORT ABUSE sarabelle09 said:

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Too spicy for our tastes. Wasn't sure if it was the chilies in the tomatoes or the chili pepper. Not a lot of cheese flavor. I agree with the other reviewers, there was too much water!

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Posted 10/21/2011 4:20:40 PM REPORT ABUSE Chef_Penny said:

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Delish!! I read the reviews before making this, and I can say they truly helped turn this into a great dish! I only used 2 cups of water, and I also seasoned the meat as it was cooking before adding the other items. I used kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. I also used ground turkey instead of beef, and cooked it in a large sauce pot just because I didn't have a large enough skillet. My family will be enjoying this meal again! Thanks Betty Crocker!

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