Reviewed: Aug. 27, 2009

I think this would make a better dip than a dinner. I did an ingredients search since I was in a hurry and did not read the whole recipe before starting to prepare it. There is a reason there isn't a photo, I think. Nor did I take the time to check the reviews - first time ever! I depend on your reviews, good cooks. The recipe definitely has a Mexican flair but it's one of the few I've made without tomatos! I added them after seeing the drab color and mushy texture and because there wasn't enough fluid as I now see others also did. Adding a cheese topping to each hot bowlful and a dollop of sour cream added the needed color. The family enjoyed it overall.

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Reviewed: Jan. 31, 2009

This got 8 thumbs up at our house. Although my kids eat everything. I added mushrooms, black olives, tomatoes, and chili powder in lieu of the peppers, but would add the peppers if I had them. I used spicy beans, too. Finally I stirred brown rice right into the whole thing. My kids 12 & 9 have no problem with spice. We ate it with chips and guacamole. I have added this to the "meals to take skiing list." along with adding it to the meal rotation.

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Reviewed: Dec. 8, 2008

This is a good basic recipe that can be taken in so many different directions. I had to make some modifications based on what I had on hand. I used black olives in place of the green chilies as that is what I had on hand, and I figured the kids wouldn't go for the chilies. I used basmati rice, again, since that is what I had in the cupboard. At the end, I ended up adding canned diced tomatoes (pre-seasoned with basil, oregano, and garlic), for a little more color and added flavors. The kids really liked it, as did we adults, too. During dinner we were thinking of all the ways we could serve this: in a tortilla, as a burrito; as a dip on a plate with tortilla chips, sour cream, and cheese; add corn, fresh tomatoes, cilantro, salsa. Some great possibilities! This recipe is a keeper, and is very quick and easy to make.

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jking

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Reviewed: Jul. 23, 2008

quick and easy, delicious, I added canned red kidney beans to the mix and the wole family loved it. Next time I think i'll try some shredded chedder on top and place the mix on a bed of shredded lettuce with sour cream on the side. YUM

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Lorraine CNMT

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Reviewed: Jul. 14, 2008

I little bland for my tastes. I had to add salsa and avocado to make it have more flavor.

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Reviewed: Jun. 17, 2008

Very tasty! We used black beans instead of refried. will definitely enjoy this again!

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Reviewed: May 24, 2008

This was very tasty, will definitely be making it again!! I was looking for a recipe in which I had all the ingredients in the house and this was one of the first that came up. I made it as instructed and added 3 or 4 tablespoons of ketchup to sweeten it up and it was delicious! Will definitely make it again.

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ANJA

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Home Town: Alameda, California, USA

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Reviewed: Mar. 27, 2008

Looks gross but tastes good!

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MISTICAT57

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Reviewed: Mar. 20, 2008

I love this recipe. I did not put in the seasoning salt and put in more mustard. Topped it with stewed tomatoes and garnished with shredded colby cheese.

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Sharon

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Reviewed: Jan. 9, 2008

Weird recipe.... My kids thought it was okay and my husband actually took a bit of the leftovers to eat (in a tortilla) for lunch today, but I certainly will not make this again. It reminded me of dog food. The consistency was way too thick, it was bland brown in color, and all I could taste was the refried beans. Also, I think there must be a mistake in this recipe - 1 TABLEspoon of seasoned salt AND 1/4 teaspoon regular salt?? I just used 1 teaspoon of seasoned salt and it was too salty for our taste. Maybe this recipe could be better if you add more water, use regular beans instead of refried, and use way less salt....

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AggieFan92

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Reviewed: Sep. 28, 2007

Great recipe, very delicious. It does, however, require a tad bit of coordination and more cleanup than I'd like.

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Reviewed: Sep. 9, 2007

For all of the ingredients I had to add, this dish came up with little flavor.

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aiylan

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Reviewed: Aug. 29, 2007

My family loved this dish with the rice stirred right into the rest. I did add some shredded cheddar cheese right before I served it, though. Because my kids don't care for hot (spicy) food, I did not add the hot sauce to the dish. Instead, I had each individual add the hot sauce if they wanted to. I did the same with some sour cream, which we love. My family thought this recipe was even better when we used tortilla chips to scoop it up. I think this recipe would make a great dip too.

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Winnie

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Reviewed: Aug. 15, 2007

I used this as a filling for tacos instead of on rice. I did not find it too salty, but my family tends to like salty meals. Great recipe, thanks.

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Sherry Silveira

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Reviewed: Jun. 13, 2007

I found this recipe after doing an ingredients search for things I had on hand. I wasn't particularly excited about making the recipe, but thought, what the heck. My husband loved it, but it's right up his alley with meat, beans, rice and onions. Me, thought it was so-so. I did not add a tablespoon of seasoned salt because it seemed excessive. I didn't have any green chiles, but will add them if I make this again.

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Maria

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Reviewed: Apr. 14, 2007

I loved it! My husband doesn't love onions so i used onion powder instead. I also put cheese on top. I liked it better mixed together than just on top of the rice. Even my two year old loved it. Will definitely make again

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Reviewed: Apr. 8, 2007

To us, this tasted like taco on rice, which is a good thing (we like tacos). I followed the recipe except I thought 1 TB seasoned salt was WAY too much, so I just used some regular salt (less than a teaspoon) and added some paprika, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. An extremely easy recipe, and it is filling and good. I served some dry cotija cheese to put on top, and that was really good. Next time I would maybe add tomatoes or red bell pepper and olives to make it a little prettier; maybe some cilantro, too.

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Reviewed: Oct. 13, 2006

This is the best!! I was looking for a simple recipe in which I had all the ingredients and this is what I found. I got a little worried because it looks kinda ugly, but it tastes so good. Don't skip out on the mustard, it's the best part! My husband loved this reciped and he even added extra mustard to his. Definitly will make again and again! Thanks.

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LemonHeadBaby

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Reviewed: Aug. 22, 2006

Simple, simple, simple and the entire family loves it. Made it several times. Only changes were 1 can of Rotel instead of green chiles and mixng the cooked rice into the mixture instead of serving it on top of the rice. Great dish!!!

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Reviewed: Jul. 17, 2006

SO QUICK! SO EASY! I was exhausted and this took no time. I had a can a tomatoes w/green chilis instead of the can of green chilis, so I substited the tomates & chilis for the chilis and water. Still turned out great. This recipe basically tastes and turns out like chili w/o being soupy.

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