INGREDIENTS
1 yellow onion
3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
Olive oil
600g semi-lean ground beef
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 C. chili powder
1 C. sweet smoked paprika
1 C. cumin
1/2 tsp. Italian spices
1 cup frozen corn
1 cup black beans, rinsed and well drained
1 cup kidney beans, rinsed and well drained
796ml diced tomatoes with Italian spices
500 g macaroni, cooked very al dente
2 cups grated Gouda cheese
1 cup (or 2) grated cheddar cheese
1 small handful of fresh parsley, finely chopped
Salt and pepper from the mill
PREPARATION
In a large saucepan (which is oven safe) heated over medium heat, add the onion and garlic followed by a good drizzle of olive oil. Salt, pepper and mix. Cook, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes to soften.
Add the ground beef and cook for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the meat is no longer pink. Break into small pieces. Drain the fat.
Add the bell pepper, chili, paprika, cumin and Italian spices then mix. Cook for 1 minute, stirring.
Add corn, beans, tomatoes and macaroni then season with salt and pepper. Mix and continue cooking for about 5 to 6 minutes, until the pasta is cooked and the liquid has almost all evaporated. Remove from fire.
Add the gouda cheese, fresh parsley and mix. Let stand for 5 minutes.
Preheat oven to GRILL.
Bury with the cheddar cheese and place in the oven. Bake for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is nicely browned on top! Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
Enjoy !
