Chili Mac

Chili Mac is a great quick and easy pasta recipe you can throw together when you are too tired to cook or simply don't have the time. This is one of those recipes that all ages will enjoy - especially the young ones! Chili Mac is made with macaroni and cheese and chili (with no beans), and can be made very easily with some prepackaged Macaroni and Cheese (boxed or frozen) and a can of chili (no beans). Simply prepare the Macaroni & Cheese and heat the chili, then combine the two together to make a hot and tasty dish that resembles one of those boxed quick skillet pasta dinners (but with more flavor and without the unwanted ingredients). I do recommend adding a little spice to the chili, because canned chili usually runs a little bland (though if you you're happy with the flavor of the chili straight from the can, no additional spices needed). For those of you who have about 45 minutes (10 minutes preparation, 35 minutes cooking time) to whip up some homemade Macaroni & Cheese, this will work just as well and will give you a more homemade flavor. (Photo above shows Chili Mac made with homemade Macaroni & Cheese using medium pasta shells.) Once the Macaroni & Cheese is baked, simply mix in a can of heated chili, and dinner is served!