One Pot Chili Mac

This recipe comes from the blog, "num's the word".  I made a vegetarian version, but if you want to make it with meat just follow the meat directions.  It is a great transitioning into fall dinner for the days when it begins to cool down.

• 1 Pound of Ground Beef or Boca Meatless Protein crumbles
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 Tablespoons of garlic or garlic paste
• 2 (14 ounce) cans chicken broth or3 1/2 c. vegetable broth
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
•  1 can of kidney beans 
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon season salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
• 10 ounces uncooked elbow pasta noodles
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Brown meat or Boca in a large dutch oven.  Mix in garlic and onion and saute 12 minutes.  Add broth,  tomatoes, spices and beans.  Bring to a boil.  Add in macaroni and cook 10-12 minutes.  Stir in cheese and serve.