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Mexican Beef and Rice Casserole

Beef, rice, salsa, and cheese... sounds like Tex-Mex to me!

Adapted from My Food and Family (Kraft/Heinz)

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 8
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

Beef, rice, salsa, and cheese... sounds like Tex-Mex to me!

Adapted from My Food and Family (Kraft/Heinz)

Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef (extra lean)
  • 1 1/2 cup Mexican four-cheese blend, shredded
  • 1 taco seasoning packet (1 oz)
  • 1 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (carrots, corn, peas)
  • 1 can petite diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1 cup chunky salsa (medium)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 375 F. Spray a 9 x 13 casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Brown ground beef in a large nonstick skillet. Drain excess grease and return meat to skillet.

  3. 3

    Reserve 1 cup of cheese to use later. Add all remaining ingredients to the beef and mix thoroughly.

  4. 4

    Pour meat mixture into casserole dish and cover with aluminum foil.

  5. 5

    Place dish in oven and bake 40 to 50 minutes or until rice is tender. 

  6. 6

    Remove foil, sprinkle reserved cheese on top, and bake uncovered until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 233kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6g10%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Cholesterol 48mg16%
Sodium 601mg26%
Potassium 410mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
Dietary Fiber 2g8%
Sugars 3g
Protein 19g38%
Calcium 5 mg
Iron 17 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: beef, rice, Tex-Mex, salsa
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