– 1 tbsp olive oil
– 2 garlic cloves, minced
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 1 red bell pepper, chopped
– 500g (1 lb) lean ground beef
– 800g (28 oz) crushed canned tomatoes
– 420g (14 oz) canned red kidney beans, drained
– 2 1/2 cups (625 ml) beef broth (or chicken broth)
– 250g (8 oz) elbow macaroni pasta, uncooked
– 2 cups (200g) shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or tasty cheese)
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped (for garnish)
**Spices (Homemade Chili Powder):**
– 1 tsp cayenne pepper or pure chili powder (adjust to taste)
– 2 tsp paprika powder
– 2 tsp cumin powder
– 1 1/2 tsp onion powder (or garlic powder)
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– 1/2 tsp black pepper
– 1 1/4 tsp sal
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