Zesty Spanish Beef & Rice

By sassy47

Ingredients

• 1 package RICE-A-RONI® Spanish Rice
• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 2 tablespoons margarine
• 2 cups water
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped onion (optional)
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

In large skillet, cook 1 lb. ground beef or turkey until no longer pink; drain.
Stir in rice-vermicelli mix, 2 Tbsp. margarine, 2 cups water, Special Seasonings and 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes; bring to a boil.
Cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 15-20 min. or until rice is tender.
Cook Tips and Variations
Add 1/2 cup each chopped green bell pepper and onion during the last 5 min. of simmering.