Mexican Macaroni And Beef Recipe

A hearty and flavorful Mexican-inspired casserole, perfect for a weeknight dinner! This recipe, adapted from a classic Gebhard's chili newspaper clipping, combines tender beef, zesty chili, creamy cottage cheese, and crunchy corn chips for a truly satisfying meal. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 330.4 kcal
Protein 45g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mexican Macaroni And Beef

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How to Make Mexican Macaroni And Beef

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook 1 pound of macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  3. In a large skillet, brown 1 pound of ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of chili con carne, 1 cup of cottage cheese, 1 cup crushed corn chips, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon chili powder. Mix well.
  6. Add the cooked macaroni to the skillet and stir to combine.
  7. Pour the mixture into a buttered 12 x 7 1/2 x 2-inch baking dish.
  8. Sprinkle 1/2 cup bread crumbs over the top.
  9. Bake for 30 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

21g

Carbs

11g