Beefy Spanish Rice

Spanish rice with beef is one of my favorites and this one meets with my approval. Serve with a green salad and you have a complete meal.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb ground beef, browned & drained
• 1 1⁄2 cups white rice
• 3  tablespoons butter
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped green pepper
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped onion
• 2  cloves garlic, crushed
• 1 (14 1/2ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1  cup hot water
• 1  teaspoon chili powder
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3⁄4 cup  grated cheddar cheese

Directions

1. In a large skillet saute rice for 5 minutes or until golden; stirring constantly.
2. Add ground beef, peppers, onion and garlic.
3. Cook and stir 2-4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
4. Add tomatoes w/juice, water, chili powder, salt and pepper; mix well.
5. Cover and simmer 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.
6. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.