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Savory Ground Beef and Rice Recipes for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

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Learn how to make delicious ground beef and rice recipes. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped (any color)
  • 1 cup canned diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

If you’re out of beef broth, you can substitute with chicken broth or even vegetable broth for a lighter touch. For those looking to add a bit of heat, consider tossing in some red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce. Remember, as Mama Lu would say, “Recipes were remembered, not written,” so feel free to make this dish your own.

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the garlic and bell pepper, cooking for another 3 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef. Cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 7 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  4. Stir in the smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let the spices bloom for about 1 minute.
  5. Add the rice, beef broth, and diced tomatoes to the skillet. Stir to combine, bringing the mixture to a boil.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  7. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Cooking this dish always reminds me of those days in the farmhouse kitchen, where every meal was an opportunity to gather and share stories. The aroma wafting through the house as the rice absorbs the savory broth takes me back to those cozy evenings with Mama Lu.

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