Step 1

In a large dutch oven or pot, cook ground beef & onion until ground beef is cooked through and onion is soft and translucent.

Step 2

Drain if needed {depends on fat content of ground beef}. Return meat to pot.

Step 3

Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.

Step 4

Add chicken broth, tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, cumin, salt & pepper. Mix well and bring to a boil.

Step 5

Add pasta and boil 12 - 15 minutes until pasta is cooked through. Stir as needed.

Step 6

When pasta has absorbed liquid and is cooked through, add cheese and mix well.

Step 7

Cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 8

Serve Immediately.