Chili Con Carne–Style Mac & Cheese with ANCO Medium Cheddar and Salsa Recipe

Ingredients

• 375 g (750 ml - 3 cups) macaroni, cooked al dente
• ¼ cup (60 ml) Natrel butter
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 450 g (1 lb.) ground beef
• 1 tbsp. (15 ml) chili powder
• 1 tsp. (5 ml) ground cumin
• ¼ cup (60 ml) flour
• 3 cups (750 ml) Natrel Fine-filtered 3.25% milk
• 1 cup (250 ml) Natrel Lactose Free 35% cream
• 320 g (2 packets) ANCO medium cheddar cheese
• 1 jalapeño, roasted, peeled, and chopped
• 1 can (796 ml) stewed tomatoes
• 1 can (520 ml/19 oz.) black beans
• Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings

• Tortillas or tostadas
• Fresh cilantro
• Salsa verde
• Guacamole
• Pico de gallo