Rice-A-Roni Taco Rice

40m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add 2 lbs of ground beef to a large skillet.
  2. 2Add a finely diced yellow onion to the ground beef and cook it down.
  3. 3Once the meat is done cooking, drain it and return it to the pan.
  4. 4Add half a stick of butter to the pan.
  5. 5Once the butter is melted, add two boxes of Rice-A-Roni Mexican style rice to the pan.
  6. 6Cook the Rice-A-Roni until it browns.
  7. 7Add one can of Rotel original and one can of fire roasted corn.
  8. 8Add the seasoning packs that came with the Rice-A-Roni, some onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper.
  9. 9Add 4 cups of beef broth.
  10. 10Mix all the ingredients together really well.
  11. 11Bring the mixture to a low simmer and cook it covered for about 25 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
  12. 12Once cooked, add about a cup and a half of cheddar cheese on top.
  13. 13Pop the lid back on and let it sit for about 10 or 15 minutes until the cheese melts.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • yellow onion, finely diced
  • 0.5 stick butter
  • 2 boxes Rice-A-Roni Mexican style rice
  • 1 can Rotel original
  • 1 can fire roasted corn
  • seasoning packs from Rice-A-Roni
  • onion powder
  • garlic powder
  • pepper
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese

Equipment

large skilletlid

Tips

  • You should typically leave the lid on and not stir it during the 25-minute cooking time, but occasional nervous stirring won't ruin it.
  • Serve with corn chips or Nacho Doritos.