One Pot Mexican Rice Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons taco seasoning
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 cup long grain white rice
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1 1/2 cups beef broth
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1 15-ounce can corn, drained
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8 ounces tomato sauce
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1/2 cup salsa
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1 cup shredded cheese
# Instructions:
01 -
Cook ground beef and diced onion with salt and pepper in a large skillet over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink. Drain grease if necessary.
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Return the skillet to the stove and sprinkle beef with garlic powder and taco seasoning.
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Stir in the rice, beef broth, corn, tomato sauce, and salsa. Mix thoroughly.
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Bring the mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender.
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Top the mixture with shredded cheese. Return the skillet cover and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
# Notes:
01 -
For instant rice, reduce the simmering time to 5-7 minutes for proper cooking.