Cheesy Taco Rice

Ingredients

• 500 g Lean Ground Beef (90% lean, minced)
• 500 g Taco Seasoning (store‑bought packet or homemade blend)
• 750 ml Beef Stock (low‑sodium; can use water + bouillon cube)
• 300 g White Rice (long‑grain, rinsed before cooking)
• 30 g Tomato Puree (canned or tube, no added sugar)
• 70 g Low‑Fat Cheddar Cheese (shredded)

Instructions

1. Measure and Prepare Ingredients

   Gather all ingredients, measure the beef, taco seasoning, stock, rice, tomato puree and cheese. Rinse the rice under cold water and set aside.

   Time: PT5M

2. Brown the Beef and Add Seasoning

   Heat the skillet over medium heat, add the lean ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until no longer pink. Sprinkle the taco seasoning over the meat and stir well.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium heat

3. Add Liquids, Rice and Tomato Puree

   Pour in the beef stock, add the rinsed rice and stir in the tomato puree. Mix everything evenly.

   Time: PT1M

4. Simmer the Rice

   Place the lid on the pan and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed most of the liquid.

   Time: PT10M

   Temperature: low simmer

5. Melt the Cheese

   Remove the pan from heat, sprinkle the shredded low‑fat cheddar over the top and cover for another 2 minutes until melted.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: low heat

6. Serve

   Fluff the rice with a fork, portion into bowls and enjoy immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

642

Protein

35 g

Carbohydrates

70 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

2 g