How to Make Texas Rice - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tex-Mex cuisine is known for its bold flavors, and one dish that perfectly encapsulates this culinary tradition is Texas Rice. This savory, spicy dish is a staple in Texas households and can be found on the menus of many Tex-Mex restaurants. It's a flavorful combination of rice, ground beef, and a delicious blend of spices and seasonings that make for a hearty, satisfying meal.

What makes Texas Rice so special is its perfect balance of textures and flavors. The rice is cooked until it's t...

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Ingredients

  • 3 cups water
  • 2 cups uncooked long grain white rice
  • 6 slices bacon
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • ½ green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • Combine rice and water in a saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, reserving 2 tablespoons of drippings, crumble and set aside. Add ground beef, green pepper, and onion to the skillet; cook over medium-high heat until the beef is evenly browned. Drain excess grease, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place beef and cooked rice into a 9x13 inch baking dish. Stir in the tomatoes, bacon and reserved drippings, mixing until everything is well blended. Spread the shredded cheese over the top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until cheese is bubbly, and the center is heated through.
  • Nutrition

    391 cal.

    • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 771mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 22g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 197mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 359mg