Cheesy Taco Rice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound of lean ground beef
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1 small onion, chopped up finely
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1 cup of uncooked white rice (long grain)
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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1 cup of shredded cheese (cheddar)
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3 tablespoons of taco seasoning—usually one packet
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2 cups of chicken broth (low sodium)
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8 oz of tomato sauce
→ Fresh Toppings
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Fresh cilantro, chopped
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Crushed tortilla chips
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Sour cream
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Shredded lettuce
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Diced tomatoes
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Diced avocados
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Thinly sliced jalapeños
# Instructions:
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Heat a big skillet, crumble and cook the beef over medium heat until browned.
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Toss in the onion, cook until soft. Stir in garlic for a minute before draining grease. Cook until there’s no pink left in the beef.
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Sprinkle on the taco seasoning, mix it well into the meat.
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Add the rice, broth, and tomato sauce. Stir, let it bubble up, then cover. Simmer on low-medium for 20 minutes, giving it a stir once in a while.
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Mix in the shredded cheese till melted, then spoon it up with your fave toppings.
# Notes:
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Making your own taco seasoning works great and tastes fresh.
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You can swap in ground turkey if you’re looking for a lighter version.
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Store extras in a sealed container for up to 4 days in the fridge or freeze for 3 months.
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To warm it up, pop it in the oven at 375°F with a cover for 15 minutes.