Ingredients
– 1 clove garlic
– 1 yellow onion
– 2 bell peppers
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1/2 pound (approximately 227 grams) ground beef
– 1 can (15 oz or about 425 grams) diced tomatoes
– 1 cup (uncooked) long grain white rice
– 1 teaspoon dried basil
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
– 1.5 cups (about 355 ml) beef broth
– 1 can (8 oz or about 227 grams) tomato sauce
– 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1-Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients: Mince the 1 clove garlic and dice the 1 yellow onion and 2 bell peppers. This initial prep takes around 15 minutes and sets the stage for a smooth cooking process.
2-Step 2: Cook the Ground Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add the 1/2 pound ground beef and cook until fully browned, stirring to break it up evenly.
3-Step 3: Add Veggies and Spices: Mix in the diced onion, bell peppers, minced garlic, 1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook until the onions soften, letting the flavors start to blend.
4-Step 4: Incorporate Liquids and Rice: Stir in the 1 can diced tomatoes with juices, 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice, and 1.5 cups beef broth. Bring everything to a full boil over medium-high heat, then cover and reduce to a low simmer for 15 minutes.
5-Step 5: Rest and Finish: Turn off the heat and let the dish rest with the lid on for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, combine the 1 can tomato sauce with 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Fluff the rice with a fork, fold in the veggies and tomatoes gently, pour over the sauce mixture, sprinkle with 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, cover, and let it melt. Garnish with 1 tablespoon chopped parsley if you like.
Last Step:
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π₯ Use a heavy, thick skillet or Dutch oven for even heat distribution.
π‘οΈ Maintain a low simmer to ensure rice cooks evenly without burning.
π₯¦ Avoid using cauliflower rice as substitutions release excess liquid affecting texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: SautΓ©ing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.33 cups
- Calories: 320
- Sodium: 646 mg
- Fat: 12.8 g
- Carbohydrates: 35.5 g
- Fiber: 3.9 g
- Protein: 15.8 g
