Chili Cheesy Mac

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Ingredients

• 1 (16) oz bag of elbow macaroni 
• 2 cups of Mexican style blend shredded cheese

Meat

• 1 pound of ground turkey or beef
• 1 Tbsp of dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp of black pepper
• 1/4 cup of chopped onions
• 1/4 cup of chopped red or green bell peppers
• 1 tsp of Emeril's Original Essense seasoning (or seasoning salt)
• 2 Tbsp of all purpose flour

Sauce

• 5 cups of water
• 2 (3) oz cans of tomato paste
• 1/2 cup of chopped tomatoes
• 2 chicken bouillon cubes
• 1/4 cup of brown sugar (optional)
• 1 Tbsp of dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp of chili powder

Directions
Preheat oven to 375° degrees

Prepare the macaroni according to the package directions and transfer the cooked macaroni to a 13"x 9" baking pan. Mix in a cup of the cheese and set aside.

To cook the meat, combine the meat and seasonings in a 10-inch skillet and cook until the meat is browned. 

While the meat is cooking add the 5 cups of water, tomato paste, bouillon cubes, brown sugar, oregano, and chili powder to a 2 quart pot. Cook for 10 minutes on medium heat. Stir the sauce as needed.

Drain the meat and stir in the peppers and onions. Return the meat to a medium heat and add the 2 tablespoons flour (this will help thicken the sauce). Stir the prepared sauce into the skillet with the meat and cook for 10 minutes or until the sauce is thickened. 

Add the meat and sauce mix to the prepared macaroni and cheese. Mix thoroughly and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Bake for 15 minutes. Enjoy with your favorite veggies and garlic bread! Makes 8 - 10 servings.

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