Texas Hash

Serving Size: 4-6 servings Preparation Time: 30 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1 cup diced green bell pepper
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 2 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes with juice
• 1 cup water
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• Grated cheddar or Monterey jack cheese (optional)

PREPARATION:

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, green bell pepper, minced garlic, ground beef, dry mustard, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté until the ground beef is browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
2. Stir in the uncooked rice and tomato paste, and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
3. Add the canned tomatoes with their juice, water, and Worcestershire sauce. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
4. After 20 minutes, remove the lid and fluff the mixture with a fork. If the mixture appears too soupy or wet, cook for an additional 2 minutes uncovered.
5. Optionally, sprinkle with grated cheese before serving. Enjoy!