Ingredients

4 servings

　　

Swap

1 1/2 pounds ground beef sirloin for the chicken Ground chipotle powder for the chili powder

　　2 1/2 cups shredded smoked Cheddar for the regular Cheddar

　　

Add

1 14-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes (such as Muir Glen brand), drained

　　4 scallions, chopped, for garnish

　　

Step 1

Brown the beef, seasoned as you would the chicken in the master recipe, #153, swapping the chipotle powder for the chili powder. Continue with the recipe, swapping the smoked Cheddar for the Cheddar.

　　

Step 2

Stir the tomatoes into the cheese sauce once the cheese has melted. Garnish bowlfuls of chili con queso mac with chopped scallions.

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