Italian Beef and Rice Skillet

Looking for a hearty Italian dinner? Then check out this beef and rice recipe made with vegetables and bacon that is ready in 30 minutes.

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ingredients 12
Prep Time 30 min
Total Time 30 min

Ingredients

4: slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

1: lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef

1: medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)

1: small bell pepper (any color), chopped (1/2 cup)

2: cloves garlic, finely chopped

1/2: teaspoon salt

2: cups water

1: can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

1: can (2.25 oz) sliced ripe olives, drained

1 1/2: teaspoons Italian seasoning

2: cups uncooked instant white rice

1: cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)

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Directions

1 In 12-inch skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until almost crisp. Add beef, onion, bell pepper, garlic and salt; cook 5 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
2 Stir in water, tomatoes, olives and Italian seasoning; heat to boiling. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to medium; cover and simmer about 5 minutes or until rice is tender.
3 Sprinkle with cheese; cover and let stand until melted.

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Expert Tips

A few slices of bacon adds a nice smoky flavor to this easy one-dish beef and rice meal. In place of plain diced tomatoes, you can use Italian-style diced tomatoes, tomatoes with garlic or tomatoes with celery and green bell pepper. Chop some fresh herbs that you may have, such as parsley, basil or oregano, or a combination of herbs, and mix into the shredded mozzarella before sprinkling on top of the rice dish.

Nutrition Information

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING

Serving Size: 1 Serving

Calories: 370
Calories from Fat: 140),

% Daily Value

Total Fat: 16g; 16%
(Saturated Fat 6g, 6% Trans Fat 1/2g 1/2% ),
Cholesterol: 65mg; 65%;
Sodium: 610mg; 610%;
Total Carbohydrate: 34g; 34%
(Dietary Fiber 2g 2% Sugars 3g 3% ),
Protein: 23g; 23%

% Daily Value*:

Vitamin A: 6%;
Vitamin C: 15%;
Calcium: 20%;
Iron: 25%;

Exchanges:

2 Starch; 0 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Skim Milk; 0 Low-Fat Milk; 0 Milk; 1 Vegetable; 0 Very Lean Meat; 0 Lean Meat; 2 High-Fat Meat; 0 Fat;

Carbohydrate Choices:

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

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april_may117

report Posted Apr. 4, 2012 10:53 AM

It was really good, although I felt it was a touch dry. Next time I make this I will substitute the can of diced tomatoes for a jar of spaghetti sauce.

nana2012

report Posted Jul. 15, 2011 3:26 PM

this a great recipe, I just made it for me nad my husband, this is a keeper,my husband said it would be good made like a pizza. will make this again. next time for my kids when they come up.

Rsavens

report Posted Oct. 29, 2010 2:19 PM

Great recipe! I had to add 1/2 cup more water and I also added more garlic. It is easy and full of flavor. I love not having to dirty every dish in the kitchen!