Beautiful Eats and Things: Creamy Cheesy Chili Mac

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A great recipe for cooler weather and a cozy night in.

Ingredients:

• ½ pound cooked elbow macaroni noodles
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion diced
• 2 garlic cloves minced
• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 10 oz can RO-TEL diced tomatoes and green chiles drained
• ⅓ cup heavy cream
• 1½ tablespoons sour cream
• 2 to 3 tablespoons chili seasoning
• 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, or until softened. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add ground beef and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks, until completely browned. Carefully drain the excess grease.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low and add RO-TEL, heavy cream, sour cream, chili seasoning, and 1 cup cheddar cheese. Stir until the cheese melts and the mixture is creamy and well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let simmer gently for 3 to 5 minutes.
4. Add the cooked macaroni and stir until evenly coated. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese over the top. Bake uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes, or until hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted.
5. For a golden finish, broil for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully.
6. Let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

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