Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
• Cook the macaroni according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
• In a skillet, cook the lean ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink for about 8 to 10 minutes. Break up the meat with a spoon as it cooks. Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring a few times. Drain off any excess liquid.
• Next, add the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato paste, bell pepper, chili powder, and steak spice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir the mixture and bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add the cooked pasta to the mixture and stir until everything is well combined. Transfer the pasta and beef mixture into the greased baking dish and sprinkle over the cheddar cheese. Cover the baking dish with some kitchen foil and bake in the hot oven for 30 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
• Serve with a garnish of chopped chives.