Description
A delicious one-pot wonder featuring savory ground beef, fluffy rice, fresh vegetables, and a gooey layer of melted cheese, perfect for family dinners or game nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g Ground Beef
- 2 Cups Rice
- 1 Cup Cheese (e.g., Cheddar)
- 1 Cup Broth (Beef or Vegetable)
- 1 Packet Taco Seasoning
- 1 Onion, diced
- 1 Bell Pepper, diced
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Olive Oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Heat the oil: In a large skillet, warm a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers lightly.
- Sauté the vegetables: Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pan. Stir constantly for about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the beef: Incorporate the ground beef into the skillet, breaking it apart, and cook until browned.
- Season well: Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the beef, mix, then pour in the broth and stir to combine.
- Incorporate the rice: Gently fold the rice into the mixture, ensuring each grain is coated.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Finish with cheese: Remove from heat and distribute cheese evenly on top. Replace lid to melt.
- Serve and garnish: Dish up your masterpiece and top with fresh herbs or avocado.
Notes
Customize with jalapeños for heat or corn for sweetness. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg