Chili Mac with Creamy Cheese and Hearty Beef - Yummy Flavors Recipes

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef, 80% lean
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.25 ounces chili seasoning mix
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 8 ounces tomato sauce
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/2 cup chicken broth, or beef broth as substitute
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained
• 2 cups macaroni, uncooked
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish