TEX-MEX RICE AND BEAN SNACK

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"This zesty Southwestern-style dip, served with tortilla wedges, is perfect for tailgating and after-game parties...or for any fun occasion," says Pat Habiger of Spearville, Kansas. "If you're adventurous, you might want to add green chiles or hot peppers."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

10 corn tortillas (6 inches)
1/2 pound lean ground turkey
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups hot cooked rice
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1/4 cup sliced green onion

Steps:

  • Cut each tortilla into six wedges; arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Spray tortillas with cooking spray. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes or until crisp; remove to a wire rack to cool., Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink. Add the beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin and salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes or until heated through., Spoon over rice onto a serving platter. Top with turkey mixture, cheese and green onions. Arrange tortilla wedges around edge of platter.

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Bitke Tatke maclary
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This dish looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.


blessing magagula
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I've been looking for a good Tex-Mex rice and bean recipe and this one is it! It's the perfect balance of flavors and textures.


Toni Clayton
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5 stars! This dish is flavorful, easy to make, and a great way to use up leftover rice and beans.


Jena Van wyk
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The instructions were easy to follow and the dish turned out great. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Akarome Richard
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit.


Laurel Fredette
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I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but this dish was surprisingly good. The flavors were well-balanced and the rice and beans were cooked perfectly.


Micheal Howard
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Delicious! I made this for my potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it.


Sherry Lopshire
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also very versatile - you can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Keli Lopez
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised! The combination of rice, beans, and spices was delicious. I especially liked the addition of the chipotle peppers, which gave it a nice smoky flavor.


Alexa Nerd
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This Tex-Mex rice and bean snack was a hit with my family! It was super easy to make and packed with flavor. The cheese and sour cream added the perfect finishing touch. Will definitely be making this again soon!