Simple Chili Cavatappi Recipe Delicious

1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot, then add salt. Cook cavatappi until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and rinse.
2. At the same time, warm olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.Sauté onion and garlic until soft and translucent, about 5-10 minutes. Turn up the heat to medium-high, add ground beef, and cook until browned and crumbly, about 5-10 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
3. Stir in tomato sauce, chili powder, and cumin; cook for 3 minutes until heated through. Add the cavatappi to the meat sauce and mix well. Stir in black beans and black pepper. Cook on medium-low for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
4. Optional: Add ¼ teaspoon cayenne powder for a spicy kick.

Enjoy!