Easy Spanish Rice with Hamburger

Easy Spanish Rice with Hamburger

from thriftyfrugalmom.com
30 min
5 servings

This easy Spanish Rice and Ground Beef recipe makes a great one-pan, 30-minute dinner. It’s inexpensive but tasty and is a meal the whole family will love!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 to 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1/2 c. diced bell pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. Jasmine or long grain rice, uncooked
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 2 c. tomato juice
  • 2 c. water
  • 1 c. shredded cheese ((cheddar, Mexican blend, Monterey Jack, Colby Jack))

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, brown meat, onion and bell pepper. 

  2. 2

    Add remaining ingredients, except cheese. Cover and simmer 20 minutes or until rice is soft. Add more water if needed.

  3. 3

    Top with cheese and let sit until melted. (You can also stir the cheese into the rice if you prefer.)