posted by techgoddess 07-07-100 1:55 PM
Hearty Beef and Rice Supper
1 (6.7 oz.) package beef-flavored rice mix
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 lb. ground beef
1/2 cup chopped celery
2 1/2 cups water
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Preheat electric skillet to 325 F. Brown ground beef. Drain and set aside.
Place butter into skillet to melt. Add dry rice from package into skillet and saute' until golden brown, about three minutes. Add celery and cook about a minute longer. Reduce heat to 275 F.
Return ground beef to skillet. Add water and seasoning package from rice package. Stir until well mixed. Cover (with vent open, if your skillet has one), and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove cover and stir. Sprinkle cheese over entire mixture and continue cooking until cheese has melted, about one minute.
Makes 4 servings.