Superbowl Chili Mac

1 Tbsp. canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 garlic cloves, chopped
3/4 lb. 93% lean ground sirloin
2 Tbsp. chili powder
1 Tbsp. ground cumin
1 Tbsp. dried oregano
Salt, to taste
1 can (28 oz.) tomatoes, drained
1 cup chopped cilantro
1 can (15 oz.) pink beans, rinsed and drained
4 cups cooked whole-wheat macaroni (4 oz.dry)
1 cup (2 oz.) shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sauté the onion, green pepper and garlic until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Add the meat and, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon, cook until it is browned, about 4 minutes.

Mix in the chili powder, cumin, oregano and salt. Add the tomatoes, breaking them up with the spoon. Mix in the cilantro. Simmer 20 minutes, until the chili is moist and the meat is soft. Mix in the beans.

Just before serving, mix in the pasta. Divide the Chili Mac among six deep bowls, sprinkle with the cheese and serve.

Makes 6 servings. Per serving: 365 calories, 10 g. total fat (4 g. saturated fat), 46 g. carbohydrate, 27 g. protein, 8 g. dietary fiber, 331 mg. sodium.