Marvelous Macaroni Chili Recipes

CHILI MACARONI

Steps:

• Cook macaroni according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Add the tomatoes, tomato juice, beans, garlic, chili powder, salt, oregano and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Drain macaroni; add to beef mixture. Stir in pickle relish; heat through.

CHILI MACARONI AND CHEESE

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, cook beef, onion and peppers over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink and vegetables are tender, breaking up beef into crumbles, 8-10 minutes; drain. Transfer to a 7-qt. slow cooker. Stir in tomatoes, beans, chili powder and cumin. Cook, covered, on low until flavors are blended, 5-6 hours., Meanwhile, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain. Add to slow cooker. Stir in cheese until melted. If desired, serve with sour cream and additional cheese.

MARVELOUS MACARONI CHILI

Steps:

• Cook macaroni until al dente, about 6 minutes, and drain.
• In a large saucepan, heat oil and add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic and cook for about 7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Stir in all the remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer.
• Reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 15 minutes.
• Add the macaroni and cook for 5 minutes over low heat.
• Remove from heat and let stand 5-10 minutes before serving.
• Serve with warm cornbread if desired.

MOM'S MARVELOUS MACARONI SALAD

Steps:

• Cook and drain macaroni and let cool.
• Mix milk, mayo, sugar and vinegar.
• Add to cooled pasta.
• Add remaining ingredients.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight.
• Don't be disturbed by the strong vinegar aroma. This will disappear overnight.

BAKED CHILI MAC

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente (if using regular macaroni this will take about 6 to 7 minutes, if using lower-carb versions it'll take about 15 minutes); drain and set aside.
• While pasta is cooking, in a large sauté pan cook the ground meat, onion, and garlic until meat is browned, about 5 to 7 minutes; drain fat if desired or necessary.
• Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, mild green chiles, beans, chili powder, ancho, oregano, cumin, pepper, salt, and tabasco (to taste) and simmer for 5 minutes.
• Add the cooked macaroni and stir well to incorporate.
• Pour mixture into a lightly pan-sprayed large casserole dish and sprinkle with the cheddar cheese.
• Bake at 350 degrees F for 20 to 30 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
• Serve with a bit of sour cream for topping and veggies.

MARVELOUS MACARONI AND CHEESE

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
• Cook macaroni according to package instructions.
• Drain, rinse and set aside.
• In same pot over low heat, melt the butter.
• Add flour, salt and pepper and whisk into melted butter until smooth.
• Simmer and stir until mixture thickens into a paste and is golden.
• Slowly add milk and whisk into butter mixture until smooth.
• Bring to boil and then simmer until thickened.
• There is no way to tell you how thick, except to say it should be thicker than gravy but not as thick as pudding.
• If you have made basic white sauce, you will know when it is thick enough.
• Remove pot from heat.
• Add cheddar cheese and stir until cheese starts to melt.
• Add macaroni and stir until coated.
• Pour into a 9 x 12 baking dish or 2 quart casserole.
• As an extra indulgence, you can sprinkle 4 oz more cheese on top.
• I only do this if I happen to buy a 12 oz bag or block instead of 8 oz.
• Bake about 20- 30 minutes, when you see top getting a bit crispy and brown.

CHILI MACARONI

Steps:

• In a large skillet brown the ground beef with the onion and garlic powder.
• Drain oil and return to the skillet.
• Add kidney beans, tomato sauce, water, chili powder and salt.
• Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
• Add cooked macaroni and stir.
• Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, cover and simmer just until the cheese melts.