Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven and cook the macaroni according to package instructions. While the pasta cooks, brown the ground meat in a skillet, then add the onion and garlic.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, chili powder, and cumin, allowing the mixture to simmer.
- In a separate saucepan, melt the cream cheese with milk, cheddar, and Monterey Jack, whisking until smooth and creamy.
- Combine the cooked macaroni, chili meat mixture, and cheese sauce in a baking dish. Top with additional shredded cheese and bake until golden and bubbly.
- Finish with crispy fried onions, fresh cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, swap the ground meat for plant-based crumbles or beans. Adjust chili powder to taste for more or less heat.