Smoky Chipotle Chili Con Queso Mac

• 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
• 1 14-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes (such as Muir Glen brand), drained
• 4 scallions, chopped, for garnish

1. Brown the beef, seasoned as you would the chicken in the master recipe, #153, swapping the chipotle powder for the chili powder.
2. Continue with the recipe, swapping the smoked Cheddar for the Cheddar.
3. Stir the tomatoes into the cheese sauce once the cheese has melted.
4. Garnish bowlfuls of chili con queso mac with chopped scallions.

ground beef sirloin, tomatoes, scallions

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/smoky-chipotle-chili-con-queso-mac-374365 (may not work)