One Pot Chili Pasta

One Pot Chili Pasta

Ingredients:
1 pound Ground Beef
1 medium Onion, chopped
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Olive Oil
2 cups Chicken Broth
2 cups Pasta Sauce
1 can Diced Tomatoes with Mild Green Chilis
1 can Chili Beans (do not drain)
1 1/2 cups Elbow Macaroni
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Salt & Pepper to taste
Parsley to garnish

Procedure:
In a large saucepan (with lid) heat up the olive oil and add the ground beef, onion until the meat is browned and onion is translucent. Add the garlic and cook one minute more.
Add salt & pepper to taste
Stir in chicken broth, pasta sauce, diced tomatoes with mild green chilis, chili beans, chili powder and cumin
Bring to a boil and stir in pasta.
Lower the heat, cover and simmer until the pasta is cooked (about 13-14 minutes)
Remove from heat and sprinkle the cheddar cheese evenly on top.
Add the parsley and serve