Ever wondered what “mush” is? It’s a simple yet delicious combination of chili and mac n’ cheese, coined by my friend Phaedra. A few years ago, I had my first taste of mush, and it was love at first bite. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make.
Recently, I found myself at Trader Joe’s, looking for a quick and affordable meal. I used a recipe from my sister, Connie, for a cheap and quick Trader Joe’s chili. With a pack of ground beef, a can of black beans, and a can of diced tomatoes (instead of tomato soup), I was all set. I cooked the pasta just short of al dente time, mixed it with the black beans and diced tomatoes, and then added the cooked ground meat and a generous amount of parmesan cheese. Served with bread, it was a perfect meal.
Mush
Mush is a simple and delicious combination of chili and mac n’ cheese, perfect for a quick and affordable meal.
Ingredients
- 1 pack of ground beef (approximately $2.25)
- 1 can of black beans
- 1 can of diced tomatoes (used instead of tomato soup)
- 1 bag of pasta
- A whole lotta parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta just a couple of minutes short of al dente time.
- Cook the ground meat in a separate pan while the pasta is cooking.
- Mix the cooked pasta with black beans and diced tomatoes, then add the cooked ground meat and parmesan cheese.
- Serve with bread and enjoy!
Notes
For variations, you can use different types of pasta or add other vegetables like onions or bell peppers. You can also substitute ground beef with ground turkey or vegetarian options like tofu or tempeh. This recipe is a personal adaptation and does not have multiple sources for verification, but the basic steps of cooking pasta and chili are consistent across various recipes.
