What are the ingredients needed to make a Chilli Mac?

A Chilli Mac is a dish that combines chili and macaroni, so you'll need ingredients for both components:

For the Chili:

* Meat: Ground beef, ground turkey, or plant-based meat substitute (like Beyond Beef)

* Liquids: Beef broth, chicken broth, or vegetable broth

* Beans: Kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, or a mixture

* Vegetables: Onions, bell peppers, celery, garlic

* Seasonings: Chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder

* Tomato products: Diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste

* Other optional ingredients: Corn, diced tomatoes with green chiles, jalapenos, shredded cheese

For the Macaroni:

* Macaroni noodles: You can use any type of elbow macaroni or even a different pasta shape like shells

* Water: For cooking the pasta

* Salt: For seasoning the pasta water

To assemble the Chilli Mac:

* Cheese: Cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack, or a blend

* Toppings: Sour cream, shredded lettuce, chopped tomatoes, diced onions, hot sauce

Notes:

* The specific ingredients and quantities for your Chili Mac recipe will depend on your personal preferences.

* Feel free to experiment with different types of beans, vegetables, and seasonings.

* For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and use vegetable broth.

Example Recipe:

Ingredients:

* 1 pound ground beef

* 1 onion, chopped

* 1 green bell pepper, chopped

* 2 cloves garlic, minced

* 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes

* 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

* 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

* 1 cup beef broth

* 2 tablespoons chili powder

* 1 tablespoon cumin

* 1 teaspoon oregano

* 1/2 teaspoon paprika

* 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

* Salt and pepper to taste

* 1 pound elbow macaroni

* Shredded cheese for topping

Instructions:

1. Cook the macaroni according to package directions.

2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.

3. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.

5. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. To serve, place cooked macaroni in a bowl, top with chili, and sprinkle with shredded cheese.

7. Add any desired toppings, like sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, or onions.

Enjoy your delicious Chili Mac!