western rice and beef
I adapted this from a Spanish Rice recipe.
prep time
15 Min
cook time
15 Min
method
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yield
8-10 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green pepper
- 4 cups cooked long-grain rice
- 2 - (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 - (11 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 - (2.25 ounce) can sliced ripe olives, drained
- 6 - bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
How To Make western rice and beef
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Step 1In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Drain. Stir in the rice, tomatoes, corn, olives, bacon, chili powder, garlic powder and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add 1 cup of cheese and stir until melted.
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Step 2Transfer to a greased 9 by 13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Toss bread crumbs with butter. Sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted.
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