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Cena's Savory Delight

A Hearty Ground Beef and Rice Dish Infused with Savory Flavors

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Cena's Savory Delight

About this recipe

Experience the comforting blend of seasoned ground beef and fluffy rice in Dana's Savory Delight. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this dish combines hearty ingredients with cozy, familiar flavors that will leave everyone satisfied.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef (choose lean for healthier option)
  • 1 onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, no salt added
  • 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart until fully browned.

  2. 2

    Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion becomes translucent.

  3. 3

    Mix in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  4. 4

    Simmer the mixture for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.

  5. 5

    Stir in the cooked brown rice, and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes until heated thoroughly.

  6. 6

    Serve the dish hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Chef's tip

For added flavor, consider topping with grated Parmesan or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving. This dish reheats well for leftovers.

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