Texas Hash
Submitted by Jude Mac
Ground beef or turkey with onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, and rice baked into a chili-spiced casserole. A simple one-dish weeknight dinner with pantry staples you probably already have.
YIELD
3 - 4 servingsPREP
15 minCOOK
45 minREADY
1 hrsSome nights you just need to throw dinner together with whatever’s in the pantry. Texas Hash is that recipe.
Ground beef (or turkey, if that’s your thing) gets browned with onion and bell pepper, then tossed with canned tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and cooked rice. Everything goes into a casserole dish and bakes until the top gets a light, golden crust.
It’s the kind of meal that fills up the whole family without any fuss or fancy ingredients.
Kitchen Tips
- Drain the meat well after browning. Extra grease makes the casserole oily and prevents that golden top crust from forming.
- Use day-old rice if you have it. Leftover rice absorbs the tomato and spice flavors better than freshly cooked rice, which can turn mushy in the oven.
- Bump up the chili powder and cumin if you like heat. The recipe calls for a mild amount, so taste the mixture before it goes in the casserole and adjust to your preference.
Ingredients
Directions
Cook the meat, onions and sweet pepper in a frying pan until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender. Drain off any excess fat. Add the tomatoes, chili powder, and simmer briefly. Salt to taste. Mix the meat mixture with the rice, and place in a casserole. Bake at 350℉ (180℃) until the mixture is hot and lightly browned.
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