Skillet Chili-Mac3/4 pound ground beef In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the meat, onion, bell pepper, garlic and jalape?, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, until the meat is browned and the vegetables tender. Drain off excess fat. Stir in beans, tomato sauce, tomatoes and their juice, macaroni, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and 1/3 cup water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, stirring often, until the macaroni is tender and the liquid has evaporated. Top with cheese. Cover and cook for 2 minutes or until the cheese melts. Ladle into bowls and serve. If desired, pass chopped scallions and sour cream at the table. Email the recipe Skillet Chili-mac to a friend! |



