Chili Mac & Cheese | Ari Zerner's Demesne

Ingredients

• Rotini (1 lb)
• Onion (1)
• Jalapeño (1)
• Garlic (3 cloves)
• Ground beef or vegetarian substitute (1 lb)
• Diced tomatoes (1 15-oz can)
• Tomato paste (1 tbsp)
• Frozen corn (1 cup)
• Chili powder (1 tbsp)
• Garlic powder (1/2 tsp)
• Dried oregano (1/2 tsp)
• Smoked paprika (1/2 tsp)
• Ground cumin (1/2 tsp)
• Beef or vegetable broth (1 1/2 cups)
• Beans (1 15-oz can)
• Dijon mustard (1 tbsp)
• Unsalted butter (1/4 cup)
• All-purpose flour (1/4 cup)
• Whole milk (2 cups)
• Shredded cheddar cheese (2 cups)
• Salt (to taste)