Cheesy Spanish Rice

Drescription

Spanish-style rice amped up with melted cheese. Rich, savory, and an excellent side or main with beans or tacos.

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound ground beef
• 1 large green pepper, diced 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup, undiluted
• 4 ounces processed cheese food (eg. velveeta), cubed
• 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. In a skillet, cook the beef, green pepper, onion and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the rice, soup, cheese, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cook until cheese is melted. Transfer to a 3-cup baking dish. cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 30-35 minutes.