Classic Texas Hash (Print Format)
An easy skillet meal with seasoned beef, rice, tomatoes, and peppers. Add optional cheese for a delicious twist.
# Ingredients:
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground.
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2 teaspoons chili powder.
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1 cup green bell pepper, chopped up.
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1 tablespoon fresh garlic, finely minced.
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1/2 teaspoon mustard powder.
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2 tablespoons olive oil.
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1/2 cup white rice, long-grain, uncooked.
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2 teaspoons kosher salt.
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1 cup onion, chopped small.
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1 14.5-ounce can of diced tomatoes, including their liquid.
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1 pound ground beef, 80% lean.
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce.
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional.
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2 tablespoons tomato paste.
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1 cup water.
# Steps:
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Warm up some oil in a big pan over medium-high heat. Make sure it has a lid that fits tightly.
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Throw in the onions, peppers, garlic, beef, and seasonings. Stir it all up and cook until the beef loses its pink color. Get rid of any extra grease.
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Add the rice and toss it around for a couple of minutes to soak up the flavors.
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Toss in the tomato paste and stir for about 60 seconds. Then, mix in the canned tomatoes, water, and Worcestershire sauce.
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Pop the lid on and let it gently cook for 20 minutes. Stir it around and keep it going if it still looks too watery.
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If you'd like, sprinkle cheese on top during the last few minutes while it finishes cooking.
# Tips:
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You can adjust the heat by using less or more chili powder.
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Make sure to drain off the greasy liquid from the beef before adding rice.
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Adding cheese is optional, but it makes it even tastier.