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Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cheesy Taco Rice Recipe is a flavorful and comforting dish that combines seasoned ground beef, rice, and gooey cheese. It’s a perfect meal for a quick dinner or a cozy night in.


Ingredients

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  • Main ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2 1/4 cups beef broth
  • 1 (10 oz) can Rotel
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice (dry, uncooked)
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (any variety)

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Add onion and garlic: Stir in diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened.
  3. Season the beef: Sprinkle taco seasoning over the beef mixture and stir to combine.
  4. Cook the rice: Pour in beef broth, Rotel, tomato paste, and uncooked rice. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook until rice is tender.
  5. Add cheese: Once the rice is cooked, stir in shredded cheese until melted and well combined.

Notes

  • You can customize this recipe by adding toppings like diced tomatoes, avocado, or sour cream.
  • Feel free to use different types of cheese for varied flavors.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 400 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 35 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 75 mg