{"id":220414,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-16T00:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meatless-chili-mac\/"},"modified":"2024-11-12T12:00:10","modified_gmt":"2024-11-12T18:00:10","slug":"meatless-chili-mac","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/meatless-chili-mac\/","title":{"rendered":"Meatless Chili Mac"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">If anyone ever tried to convince you that you just can\u2019t have a hardy dish without meat, make a batch of this vegetarian <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/white-turkey-chili\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/white-turkey-chili\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">chili<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/instant-pot-mac-and-cheese\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/instant-pot-mac-and-cheese\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">mac<\/a> and you will change their mind in no time. It is hearty, savory and delicious, making it a wonderful meal to serve on a cold winter night.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">You\u2019ll also be pleased to find just how easy this dish is to prepare. In fact, it\u2019s almost totally hands-off once you have your ingredients measured, chopped and ready. So let\u2019s take a look at those, then get cooking.<\/p>\n<h2>Vegetarian Chili Mac Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list recipe-ingredients__collection splitColumns\">\n<li><strong><strong>Onion: <\/strong><\/strong>Use one large onion, well-chopped. Either a yellow or a white onion will work.<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Green pepper: <\/strong><\/strong>This chili calls for a medium green pepper, chopped and with the ribs and seeds removed.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Olive oil: <\/strong>Be generous when measuring that tablespoon of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/olive-oil-dip\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/olive-oil-dip\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">olive oil;<\/a>\u00a0it\u2019s not just about cooking, it\u2019s also about flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garlic:\u00a0<\/strong>You can use a fresh garlic clove that you mince yourself or make things easy and use a frozen garlic cube.<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Elbow macaroni: <\/strong><\/strong>This vegetarian chili mac calls for 1 1\/2 cups of uncooked elbow macaroni.<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Mild chili beans: <\/strong><\/strong>For the can of mild <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/hot-dogs-with-chili-beans\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/hot-dogs-with-chili-beans\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">chili beans<\/a>, do not drain off the flavorful liquid, add it right into the mix.<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Great northern beans: <\/strong><\/strong>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/great-northern-bean-stew\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/great-northern-bean-stew\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">great northern<\/a> beans, on the other hand, should be thoroughly rinsed and drained.<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Diced tomatoes: <\/strong><\/strong>Tomatoes are a must in chili, and again you&#8217;ll add the liquid that comes in the can (or box).<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Tomato sauce: <\/strong><\/strong>The 8 ounces of tomato sauce add a wonderful flavor and that classic chili color to this dish.<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Chili powder: <\/strong><\/strong>Chili powder adds the kick! You can use a milder or more spicy powder, it\u2019s your call.<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Ground cumin: <\/strong><\/strong>Don\u2019t use more than the recommended teaspoon of ground cumin. It is a powerful spice and overpowers other flavors.<\/li>\n<li><strong><strong>Sour cream: <\/strong><\/strong>The sour cream is a soothing contrast to the chili&#8217;s firey flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Cook the veggies<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2077993\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Veggie-Chili-TOHD24_23257_IsabellaCassini_-1b.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Onion and green bell better sauteing in dutch oven\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Isabella Cassini for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>In a Dutch oven, saut\u00e9 the onion and green pepper in the oil until the veggies grow tender. Add the garlic and cook for one minute longer. Then stir in the water, macaroni, beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin and salt.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2077986\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Veggie-Chili-TOHD24_23257_IsabellaCassini_-1-8.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Chili ingredients in big pot\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Isabella Cassini for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Simmer the chili, then serve with sour cream<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2077989\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Veggie-Chili-TOHD24_23257_IsabellaCassini_-1-13.jpg?fit=700%2C1024\" alt=\"Veggie Chili with sour cream in white bowls\" width=\"700\" height=\"1024\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Isabella Cassini for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover it, and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until the macaroni is tender. Top each serving with one tablespoon of sour cream and enjoy!<\/p>\n<h2>Vegetarian Chili Mac Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use a different white bean:\u00a0<\/strong>You can swap in really any white bean here, such as cannellini beans, instead of the great northern beans.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bring the heat:\u00a0<\/strong>Add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper when you add the herbs and salt to add a welcome bit of kick to this veggie chili.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use different peppers:\u00a0<\/strong>The pepper need not be green for this dish; you can use red, orange or yellow bell peppers as well, or a combination.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Vegetarian Chili Mac<\/h2>\n<p>Store this meatless chili in an airtight container in the fridge for three to four days, and reheat it in the microwave or on the stove.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze this chili?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes, it will keep well in the freezer for up to three months. Thaw it in the fridge overnight then heat it up as described above.<\/p>\n<h2>Vegetarian Chili Mac Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2077992 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Veggie-Chili-TOHD24_23257_IsabellaCassini_-1-19_social-e1731113216689.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Veggie Chili with sour cream in white bowls\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Isabella Cassini for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Can I use a different pasta?<\/h3>\n<p>By all means, but smaller types of pasta do work best. If you only have a larger noodle, such as penne, you may need to partially cook the pasta before using it in this chili mac.<\/p>\n<h3>What should I serve with this chili?<\/h3>\n<p>This chili can be a meal on all on its own, but a pairing with a fresh, light salad is a good idea, as this is a pretty dense and hearty dish.<\/p>\n<h3>Can I add meat to this chili?<\/h3>\n<p>Of course! If you&#8217;re not concerned about making a vegetarian meal, then add cooked turkey or ground beef for an even heartier chili mac.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I came across this recipe in a newspaper years ago and it\u2019s been a hit at our house ever since. It\u2019s fast and flavorful, and it appeals to all ages. \u2014 Cindy Ragan, North Huntingdon, Pennsylvania<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7061,"featured_media":2108020,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"ep_exclude_from_search":false},"tags":[306879,306893,305969,304328,305271,304998,304292,305487,304007,304338,304390,303966,304988,305004,304368,306848,304347,307536,304268,305383,305374,307514,306297,324623,304243,304388,304005,304150,305031,306909,304403],"categories-v2":[309854,309866,311683,308988,308984,308481,309216,308945,308305,310796,308554,308992,308761,308495,308935,308951,308745,309603,308998,310514,259483,309391,309381,310497,312156,309177,309586,308752,308549,309434,308975,311699,340246,308812],"coauthors":[343393],"recommended_recipes":[{"post_title":"Chili Mac 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Top each serving with one tablespoon of sour cream and enjoy!","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Veggie-Chili-TOHD24_23257_IsabellaCassini_-1-13.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"8 servings","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Steven John"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 206 calories","fatContent":"3g fat (1g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"1mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"651mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"37g carbohydrate (6g sugars","fiberContent":"9g fiber)","proteinContent":"10g protein.  <b>Diabetic Exchanges<\/b>: 2 starch"},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.5,"reviewCount":18,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"recipeCuisine":"North America, Mexican","review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-02-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleUmbrella"},"reviewBody":"Absolutely loved this! Lots of flavor! Will make this again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-04-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveFish"},"reviewBody":"Made this using lentils and peas instead of beans and it was very tasty, but I'm wondering what type of chilli powder you use because I only added one of the four teaspoons called for, and it was still too spicy for my wife and kid.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-12-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeLeaf"},"reviewBody":"This is a great dish and easy to fix. I have made this several times now and everyone who trys it likes it. If you have a vegan in the family it is appreciated by them. Ed (77 year old cook)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-03-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanUmbrella"},"reviewBody":"This recipe is quick, inexpensive, tasty, and can be made from pantry staples. It's in my personal recipe hall of fame! It is great over a baked potato or tortilla chips with the sour cream accompaniment. To lower the carb count, I use whole-wheat macaroni, and to lower the sodium, I use low-sodium tomatoes, sauce, and chili powder.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-02-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBox"},"reviewBody":"If you are looking for a really good vegetarian recipe that will please everyone, this is the recipe to make!!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-11-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBullhorn"},"reviewBody":"Hearty and filling.  Every family member loved it (how often does that happen?).  Easy, fast and great for a cold day!  Give it a try.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanFlame"},"reviewBody":"Excellent and so easy to prepare. Don't be scared by the level of spice - it isn't too spicy at all. Do watch the pot as it as cooking as my batch tended to stick a little but nothing the occasional stir couldn't fix. My husband (vegetarian) and I (not so much) both loved this - a very satisfying and healthy meal! Thank you.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanMustache"},"reviewBody":"My husband and I loved this!  He is a big meat eater and couldn't believe how good this tasted without meat.  I can't wait to make it again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenWheel"},"reviewBody":"I am 72 yrs old. My made this recipe when I was 5yrs old. We called it goulash.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-06-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedPalmtree"},"reviewBody":"This is delicious! It smelled so good that we completely forgot about the sour cream! My husband doesn't like spicy food and this has just enough bite for the flavor to linger but does not sting.I used all \"no salt added\" ingredients and then added the tsp of salt it called for. That was perfect -- not too salty, not lacking salt, and it won't make me gain 3 pounds overnight! We will definitely be making this again and again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-03-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldBike"},"reviewBody":"Definately add the sour cream. That's what helps make this meal delicious. The whole family loved it and no leftovers!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-02-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenLeaf"},"reviewBody":"We thoroughly enjoyed this meal! We\u2019ve been looking for meatless meals for lent and this truly didn\u2019t disappoint. I did add more pasta because I felt like what it called for was not going to absorb all of the liquid (and I am very thankful I did). We also cooked with whole wheat pasta to try and put a \u201chealthier\u201d substitute for regular pasta.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanButterfly"},"reviewBody":"Love it, It really fills you for low calories","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-11-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueButton"},"reviewBody":"I wasn't able to purchase chili beans or the northern beans.  I substituted with red kidney beans and navy beans.  The dish was mushy and didn't have much flavour.  Maybe the results would have been different if I had been able to get the correct ingredients.  More salt was needed for flavour.Lorie Ligi Canada","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":2,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-02-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanPopcorn"},"reviewBody":"Another of my family's favorites. Use diced tomatoes with green chilies and a little bit of cayenne to add some more kick.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-01-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleBeer"},"reviewBody":"This was good but not spectacular.  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