Taco Rice Skillet

By dmason

Ingredients

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 medium chopped onion
• 1 can chopped tomatoes (14.5 oz to 16 oz)
• 1 cup Uncle Ben's converted rice (uncooked)
• 1 pkg taco seasoning mix
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups shredded lettuce

Preparation

Step 1

Brown beef with onion in large skillet; drain off fat. Put back in skillet. Drain the can of tomatoes, reserving the juice. Add water to juice to make 2 1/2 cups of liquid. Add tomatoes, liquid, rice, and taco seasoning to beef in skillet; stir. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat, cover and simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 25 minutes. Stir occasionally. Top with shredded cheese and lettuce before serving.