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Spanish Rice With Ground Beef

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Spanish rice with beef makes a tasty one-pot meal. This recipe features a savory combination of ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and seasonings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or bacon drippings or combination
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 garlic clove (finely minced)
  • 1/2 green bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 pound lean ground beef (85% to 90%)
  • 2 14.5-ounce cans stewed tomatoes (undrained and broken up)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder

Instructions

  1. Rinse the rice and let it stand for a few minutes to drain.
  2. Heat the oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat; add the rice and cook, stirring constantlyfor about 7 to 9 minutes until lightly browned.
  3. Add the onions, garlic, green peppers, and ground beef. Stir and break up meat; cook for 7 to 9 minutes until the beef is no longer pink.
  4. Add the tomatoes and seasonings.
  5. Cover the pan and simmer for about 25 minutes or until rice is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
  6. Let stand, covered, for about 5 minutes before serving.

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