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Texas Rice

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"It is not known where this recipe originated, but it has been used as a hot dish on outings and potlucks for at least 30 years. Rice and ground beef in tomato sauce, baked under a layer of shredded cheese. A great way to feed several with hamburger, and easy to keep on hand ingredients. Leftovers can be made into quick roll-ups by microwaving in a tortilla." — WGADSTAR

Directions

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.

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PREP 30 mins
COOK 30 mins
READY IN 1 hr

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Dec 06, 2003

This recipe would be something that my grandma from the Ozarks would make. It was hearty, flavorful and easy to make. Bacon and its grease isn't an ingredient that I cook with often, while watching my family's fat intake, but it sure makes this combo especially yummy. I will make this again, especially if I'm having my inlaws over for dinner.

—Jill Beesley

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Aug 14, 2012

I prepared it as written, and added some ClubHouse TexMex seasoning, but we still found it bland. It needs something else. It was okay, but not very exciting. I will have to tweak it if I make it again.

—CountryGirl76

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33 Ratings

Apr 20, 2012

Very hardy dish. I pretty well followed the recipe but made a few changes. I regret to say I forgot to add the bacon, I didn't realize it until the cheese was sprinkled on. I added a can of corn and a can of black beans (rinsed and drained). I am a big fan of tomato products so I used 2 cans of diced tomatoes with chilies. When adding salt and pepper I added a few more spices. I threw in some cumin, chili powder and a little dried red peppers. Ended up with a little zip to the flavor. I will make this again.

—Patty

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Mar 04, 2004

Yummy, yummy, yummy. This was terrific. If you really like bacon, though, and don't want to add the bacon fat drippings, I'd add more pieces of bacon (crumbled) instead. I also added a bit of Worcestershire for flavour but then I love Worcestershire. Will definitely make again!

—NKIMLEE

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Sep 19, 2008

It didn't tell me whether or not to drain the tomatoes, so I did, and it turned out pretty dry. The reheats are even drier! Just needs a little tweaking I guess.

—Angelaiscool

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May 23, 2011

good, easy, but not anything to go super crazy about. Take some leftovers and scramble an egg and combine in a flour tortilla. Would make it again

—briansthecook

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Nov 17, 2010

With a few small changes this recipe was reminescent of hash. I used 2 cups of brown rice (left over from previous night). Omitted the bell pepper and can of diced tomatoes. Instead I used an envelop of onion soup mix along with 2 beef boullion cubes and 3 cups of water. After browning the bacon and beef, I added the remaining ingredients and placed in a Crockpot to simmer for several hours. I also used a dash or two of Mrs. Dash. More like a thick soup with the cheddar melting over the bowel... VERY good!

—medtype1

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Apr 04, 2011

This made a huge portion. I reduce the meat to 1 pound of ground turkey. I served it with seasoned salt. Excellent!

—ktslittlefaith

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Nutrition

Calories
391 kcal
20%

Carbohydrates
33.9 g
11%

Cholesterol
69 mg
23%

Fat
17.4 g
27%

Fiber
1.4 g
6%

Protein
22 g
44%

Sodium
771 mg
31%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Texas Rice

Serving Size: 1/10 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 10
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 391
Calories from Fat: 157

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17.4g 27 %
Saturated Fat 8.3g 42 %
Cholesterol 69mg 23 %
Sodium 771mg 31 %
Potassium 359mg 10 %
Total Carbohydrates 33.9g 11 %
Dietary Fiber 1.4g 6 %
Protein 22g 44 %
Sugars 2.7g
Vitamin A 18 %
Vitamin C 19 %
Calcium 25 %
Iron 48 %
** Thiamin 28 %
** Niacin 69 %
** Vitamin B6 15 %
** Magnesium 10 %
** Folate 53 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.