Spanish Rice
A delicious and versatile dish made with leftover rice, ground beef, and bell peppers, perfect for busy nights or relaxed weekends.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice Use leftover rice for best results.
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped Any color bell pepper can be used.
- 1/2 cup onions, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Seasonings (such as paprika, cumin, and garlic powder) Feel free to customize the seasonings.
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and bell peppers, cooking until softened.
- Stir in the cooked rice and tomato sauce.
- Season with salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
- Cook until heated through, stirring occasionally.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Storage: Allow to cool completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove. For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with black beans or lentils. Adjust spice level by adding seasoning or jalapeños.