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Easy Ground Beef and Rice Recipe for Family Dinners

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Ground beef and rice is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that brings the whole family together for a delightful meal any night of the week.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cups beef broth or water
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • cumin
  • paprika
  • salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion and bell pepper and mincing the garlic.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onions until translucent (3-4 minutes).
  3. Increase heat slightly and add ground beef; cook until browned (6-8 minutes), breaking it apart with a spatula.
  4. Stir in minced garlic and spices; cook for an additional minute.
  5. Mix in rinsed rice and pour in beef broth; bring to a gentle boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice absorbs the liquid completely. Fluff with a fork before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg