MEXICAN GROUND BEEF AND CHEESE BAKED RICE

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Don't leave out the green olives it's what makes this dish, the more olives the better it will be LOL! I have even added in a can of drained black beans to this. Make certain to sprinkle LOTS of cheese on top! This rice dish is DELICIOUS! You will need a very large skillet for this. I use my own taco seasoning mix (#76616) to make this recipe.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Rice

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh garlic
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 lb lean ground beef
1/4-1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix (or use my Kittencal's Taco Seasoning Mix)
1/2 teaspoon dried chili pepper flakes (can use more)
seasoning salt
black pepper (or cayenne pepper)
1 (10 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
1/2 cup large pimento-stuffed green olives, sliced (or to taste)
2 cups uncooked converted white rice (I use Uncle Ben's converted white rice for this)
4 cups chicken broth (use about 1/4 cup less for firmer rice)
3 -4 cups grated monterey jack cheese or 3 -4 cups cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Heat oil in a very large oven-proof skillet with tight fitting lid or a Dutch oven with lid over medium heat.
  • Add in onions and green peppers with dryed chili pepper flakes; saute for about 3 minutes.
  • Add in garlic; cook 2 minutes.
  • Add in ground beef with taco seasoning mix; cook, stirring with a wooden spoon until browned.
  • Season beef mixture with seasoning salt and black pepper (or cayenne pepper) then add in Parmesan cheese; mix to combine.
  • Add in rice, sliced olives and mushrooms; cook 2 minutes, stirring.
  • Add in broth; bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  • Transfer the mixture to a baking dish (large enough to hold the mixture).
  • Cover with a tight-fitting lid and bake for about 30-35 minutes or until rice is desired tenderness.
  • Uncover and sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese cover and return to oven to bake for about 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 823.1, Fat 48.8, SaturatedFat 21.9, Cholesterol 117.8, Sodium 1361.5, Carbohydrate 49.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 4.5, Protein 46

Ravi Rock
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but I thought I would give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The dish was very flavorful and I really enjoyed it. I will definitely be making this again.


Kevin Hogan
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This recipe is a keeper! It's simple to make and always turns out delicious. I love that I can use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef to make it a healthier meal.


Dhanuja Rashmitha
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.


Chaennie Kim
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This dish was a disaster! The rice was mushy and the cheese was rubbery. I would not recommend this recipe.


Rabbi Miah
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a can of black beans for extra protein and flavor.


ALL IS IN THE FUNNY
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This dish was okay, but I wasn't blown away. I found it to be a bit bland and lacking in flavor.


Edrena Morris
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out great. It's a quick and easy meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.


King Ahmee
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I would recommend using less chili powder if you don't like spicy food.


Brandon Hunter
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I made this dish last night and it was so easy and delicious! My husband and kids loved it. I will definitely be adding this to my regular dinner rotation.


Jahagir Miya
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This dish was a hit with my family! The combination of ground beef, cheese, and rice was perfect, and the spices gave it a delicious Mexican flavor. I will definitely be making this again.