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Ground Beef and Rice

A quick and filling one-pan meal that's budget-friendly and easy to customize with your favorite vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef to reduce greasiness.
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked) Long-grain rice is recommended for the best texture.
  • 2.5 cups beef broth Can substitute with chicken broth if desired.
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, chopped Optional but adds flavor.
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juice) Can substitute with tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Only if beef is very lean.
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt + black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Optional topping.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in uncooked rice, diced tomatoes, beef broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  4. Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for about 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
  5. If using cheese, sprinkle it on top at the end, cover for 2 minutes to melt, then serve.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3–4 days. Reheat with a splash of broth or water to prevent drying out.