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Chili Macaroni

Chili Macaroni
Classic, cold-weather comfort food, this chunky combination of tender beans, ground beef, tomatoes and macaroni will appeal to all ages. Our thanks to Phoebe Rech of David City, Nebraska for her tried-and-treasured recipe.
2 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup uncooked elbow macaroni
  • 1/3 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
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  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup tomato juice
  • 3/4 cup canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish

Directions

  • 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. Yield: 2 servings.
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Nutrition Facts: 1-3/4 cups equals 314 calories, 6 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 37 mg cholesterol, 974 mg sodium, 42 g carbohydrate, 8 g fiber, 24 g protein.
© Taste of Home 2013