Description
This Italian Beef and Rice Skillet is a hearty and flavorful one-pan meal combining ground beef, aromatic herbs, mixed vegetables, and tender white rice, all cooked together in a savory beef broth and topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that requires minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 15 oz diced tomatoes, canned
- 1 1/2 cups mixed veggies (peas and carrots)
- 3/4 cup white rice
- 2 cups beef broth
Seasonings and Cheese
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Brown the beef and onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion together until the meat is no longer pink. Drain any excess fat thoroughly to avoid greasiness.
- Add remaining ingredients: Return the skillet to the stovetop and add the canned diced tomatoes, mixed peas and carrots, white rice, beef broth, oregano, garlic salt, dried basil, and pepper. Stir everything well to combine.
- Simmer the mixture: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Let it simmer for about 17 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Finish with cheese: Fluff the cooked rice gently with a fork. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet again and let it sit for about 3 minutes to allow the cheese to melt completely.
- Serve: Optionally, sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving for a fresh garnish. Enjoy your warm, cheesy Italian beef and rice skillet meal!
Notes
- You can substitute 1 cup of small pasta such as shells or macaroni in place of the rice for a different texture and variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 404
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 935mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 76mg
