Chili Cheese Mac

via the Baker Chick

ingredients

• 1 large onion, small diced
• 2 tablespoons of chili powder
• 2 tablespoons of cumin
• 1 tablespoon of spoked paprika
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 lbs ground turkey (beef or chicken would work too)
• 2 bell peppers, small diced
• 1 15 oz can of black beans, rinsed and drained
• 2 15 oz cans of tomato sauce
• 16 oz of elblow macaroni
• 2 cups of shredded cheese (we used cheddar and some jack)

instructions

1. In a large pot or dutch oven heat 2 tablespoons of oil on medium high until hot. Add the onions and spices, and cook for 3-5 minutes until soft. Add the peppers and garlic, and cook for a couple minutes more, or until the onions are starting to brown and the garlic is fragrant.
2. Add the ground turkey. Break apart with a spoon and cook, stirring frequently, until all the meat is cooked through.
3. Into the pot add the beans, tomato sauce, 4 cups of water and the macaroni. Raise heat to high, and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook for 8-12 minutes, or until the macaroni is cooked.
4. Stir in the cheese until melted. Enjoy!