Pronto Beef and Rice

Name: Pronto Beef and Rice
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings.
Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds ground beef; 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth; 1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice; 1 can (6 ounces) tomato sauce; 1/3 cup diced onion; 1 small green pepper, diced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced

"This is a simple yet satisfying meal, especially when served with a salad and pinto beans," writes Steve Nieswiadomy from Fort Worth, Texas. "it's also a great make-ahead filling for stuffed peppers or cabbage rolls," he adds.

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
1 can (6 ounces) tomato sauce
1/3 cup diced onion
1 small green pepper, diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced

Directions

In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender.