Cozy Chili Mac and Cheese - alive magazine

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp (15 mL) grapeseed oil or sunflower oil
• 1 lb (450 g) organic grass-fed ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Tbsp (30 mL) tomato paste
• 2 tsp (10 mL) chili powder
• 1 tsp (5 mL) ground cumin
• 1 tsp (5 mL) dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp (2 mL) black pepper
• 540 mL (19 oz) can diced tomatoes
• 1 1/2 cups (350 mL) low-sodium beef or vegetable broth
• 2 cups (500 mL) whole grain macaroni
• 1 tsp (5 mL) Worcestershire sauce
• 540 mL (19 oz) can red kidney beans
• 4 cups (1 L) spinach, tough ends trimmed
• 2 cups (500 mL) shredded sharp cheddar cheese