Texas Rice

Texas Rice
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    177

A hearty and comforting casserole, Texas Rice combines savory ground beef, smoky bacon, and fluffy rice in a tangy tomato sauce, all crowned with a blanket of melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for feeding a crowd or a cozy family dinner.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    34 g
  • Cholesterol
    69 mg
  • Fiber
    1 g
  • Protein
    22 g
  • Saturated Fat
    8 g
  • Sodium
    771 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 20 mins Combine rice and water in a saucepan, bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.

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02 Step

Recipe View 15 mins Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of drippings, crumble and set aside. Add ground beef, green pepper, and onion to the skillet; cook over medium-high heat until the beef is evenly browned. Drain excess grease, and season with salt and pepper.

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03 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

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04 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Place beef and cooked rice into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stir in the tomatoes, bacon and reserved drippings, mixing until everything is well blended. Spread the shredded cheese over the top.

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05 Step

Recipe View 30 mins Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is bubbly, and the center is heated through.

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the ground beef mixture.
Try using different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack or a blend of cheddar and mozzarella.
To make this dish even more flavorful, consider browning the ground beef with a teaspoon of chili powder and a dash of cumin.
Leftovers are great served in tortillas or over a bed of lettuce for a quick and easy lunch.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.0/ 5 ( 59 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Krista Mraz

    This was a hit at our potluck! Everyone loved the cheesy topping and the savory flavor.

  • Kristina Gulgowski

    Easy to follow recipe with simple ingredients. I will definitely be making this again.

  • Kaia Spencer

    I added a can of drained black beans for extra protein and fiber. It was delicious!

  • Candido Gerlach

    I made this for a family dinner, and it was a total success. Even my picky eaters enjoyed it!

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