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One Pot Mexican Ground Beef and Rice

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A flavorful and easy one-pot meal with ground beef, rice, and Mexican-inspired seasonings.

Ingredients

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For the Crust:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Crust:

  1. In a large skillet or pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in the rice, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, taco seasoning, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  5. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  6. Top with shredded cheese and cilantro if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

You can customize the seasonings to taste.

Find it online: https://www.rapidrecipes.blog/one-pot-mexican-beef-rice/