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Dirty rice with ground beef easy 1 pot hearty feast


  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This simple one-pot dish combines ground beef with rice and savory spices. It offers a quick way to serve a hearty meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 1 chopped green bell pepper
  • 2 stalks chopped celery
  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Drain the excess fat from the pan.
  3. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery to the beef.
  4. Cook until the vegetables soften.
  5. Stir in the garlic and cajun seasoning.
  6. Pour in the rice and beef broth.
  7. Boil the mixture then reduce the heat to low.
  8. Cover the pan and simmer for 18 minutes.
  9. Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  10. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving.

Notes

  • Choose lean ground beef to reduce grease.
  • You can replace beef broth with water.
  • Add hot sauce if you want more spice.
  • Store your leftovers in an airtight container for three days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 380

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