Cheesy Spanish Rice
This hearty rice can accompany chicken or beef-or stand alone as a tasty meatless entree. "It's quick, easy and delicious," notes Ann Wagenecht of Prophetstown, Illinois.2 ServingsPrep: 20 min. Bake: 30 min.
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 large green pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
- 4 ounces process cheese (Velveeta), cubed
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- In a skillet, cook the beef, green pepper, onion and garlic over
- medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the rice, soup,
- cheese, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cook until cheese is melted.
- Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish. cover and bake at 350° for
- 30-35 minutes. Yield: 2 servings.
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (1 cup) equals 711 calories, 25 g fat (13 g saturated fat), 92 mg cholesterol, 1,959 mg sodium, 81 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 39 g protein.