Slow Cooker Chili Mac and Cheese

Step 1

Heat a skillet on medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and the chili seasoning. Break down the ground beef with a meat chopper.

Step 3

Stir and cook until the beef is no longer pink. Drain any excess fat from the beef if necessary.

Step 4

Add in the red peppers, green peppers, onions, and garlic. Cook until the vegetables are soft.

Step 5

Add the cooked beef and vegetables to the slow cooker along with the remaining ingredients (with the exception of the cheese). I use a 7 quart.

Step 6

Cook on Low for 3 to 3 1/2 hours or on High for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Check in periodically. It has finished cooking when the pasta is soft. I do not recommend preparing this as a "Keep Warm" recipe. Most slow cookers are still pretty hot when on the "Keep Warm" setting. You risk the pasta turning mushy. If you plan to let the dish sit, add your pasta at the end when the dish is done.

Step 7

About 10-15 minutes prior to serving, add the cheese to the cooker. Sprinkle it throughout the top.

Step 8

Allow 10-15 minutes for the cheese to melt.

Step 9

Cool before serving.