Cheesy Beef, Rice & Bean Skillet

 
 

Ingredients:

1 cup of rice

1 lb lean ground beef (macros listed below are using 90/10)

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

2 tbsp. minced garlic

2 tsp. dried oregeno

1 tsp. cumin

1/2 tsp. allspice

1 tsp. cayenne pepper

Salt and pepper to taste

1/4 cup tomato paste

1 15 oz. can of black beans

1/2 cup shredded cheese (I used Lite Mexican blend from Trader Joe’s)

Green onions, chopped (optional for serving)

Avocado (optional for serving)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

  2. In a small pot, prepare 1 cup rice per package instructions.

  3. While the rice is cooking, place onion, green pepper and beef in an oven safe skillet. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally. When the beef is browned, add the garlic, oregano, cumin, allspice, and cayenne pepper. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes longer.

  4. Remove pan from heat and add the cooked rice, beans, and tomato paste. Stir until sauce covers the entire mixture.

  5. Sprinkle cheese over the top, then place skillet in preheated oven. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and slightly browned.

  6. Remove from oven and let cool. Top with optional green onions and avocado before serving.

Makes about 4 servings. Approx. macros per serving using ingredients listed above:

Carbs: 61g Protein: 39g Fat: 18g

Meredith Roethler