One-Skillet Tex Mex Mac and Cheese
User Reviews
4.7
42 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
357 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
One-Skillet Tex Mex Mac and Cheese
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An EASY recipe that's made in ONE skillet so you don't have to cook the pasta separately!! Loaded with ground beef, peppers, tomatoes, cheese, and cilantro! A family FAVORITE that feeds a crowd!!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 sweet Vidalia onion diced small, large or extra-large
- 1 pound ground beef I used 90% lean, lean
- 1 red bell pepper diced small, large or extra large
- 1 cup corn I used frozen straight from the freezer
- 1 cup elbow macaroni dry, uncooked
- 1 cup water
- diced tomatoes do not drain, 14.5-ounce can
- tomato sauce canned, 8-ounce can
- 1 tablespoon cumin plus more if desired
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons Mexican oregano regular oregano may be substituted
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more if desired
- 1 teaspoon black pepper or to taste, freshly ground
- pinch cayenne pepper optional and to taste
- 1 to 2 cups cheese I used a Mexican shredded cheese blend, shredded
- cilantro finely minced for garnishing, fresh
Instructions
- To a large skillet, add the olive oil, onion, beef, and cook over medium-high heat until beef is cooked through and onion is soft and translucent, about 7 minutes; crumble beef and stir frequently to ensure even cooking.
- Add the bell pepper, corn, macaroni, water, tomatoes, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt, pepper, stir to combine.
- Lower heat to medium low, cover, and allow mixture to simmer for about 20 minutes, or until pasta is tender and cooked through. Stir a couple times while simmering to ensure even cooking.
- Uncover, turn off the heat, add the cheese, and stir to combine and until melted. Taste and check for seasoning balance. If necessary add more salt or seasonings (I added an additional 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon of cumin).
- Evenly sprinkle the cilantro and serve immediately.
Notes
- Extra will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1
Calories
357kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
26g
(52%)
Fat
21g
(32%)
Saturated Fat
9g
(45%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
10g
(59%)
Cholesterol
78mg
(26%)
Sodium
742mg
(31%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 357 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 357kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 21g | 32% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 742mg | 31% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.7
42 reviews
Excellent
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