Cheddar Jack Chili Mac

Directions

1. 1
   In a Dutch oven, cook the beef over medium-high heat for 8 to 10 minutes, or until no longer pink, stirring occasionally to turn and crumble the beef.
2. 2
   Drain and discard any liquid.
3. 3
   Stir in the water, tomatoes with liquid, tomato sauce, garlic, oregano, sugar, salt, and pepper.
4. 4
   Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil, covered, 1 to 2 minutes.
5. 5
   Stir in the pasta.
6. 6
   Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, or until tender.
7. 7
   Ladle the mixture into soup bowls.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with the cheese.
9. 9
   Instead of oregano, substitute 1 teaspoon of your favorite spice or dried herb.
10. 10
    Here are some suggestions: chili powder, rosemary, ground cumin, thyme, basil, or fennel seeds.
11. 11
    (Per Serving)
12. 12
    Calories: 263
13. 13
    Total Fat: 5.0g
14. 14
    Saturated: 1.5g
15. 15
    Trans: 0.5g
16. 16
    Polyunsaturated: 1.0g
17. 17
    Monounsaturated: 1.5g
18. 18
    Cholesterol: 49mg
19. 19
    Sodium: 385mg
20. 20
    Carbohydrates: 27g
21. 21
    Fiber: 4g
22. 22
    Sugars: 8g
23. 23
    Protein: 28g
24. 24
    Dietary Exchanges
25. 25
    1 Starch
26. 26
    2 Vegetable
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    3 Lean Meat