Courtesy of Minute Rice
Servings: 4
Prep Time: n/a
Cook Time: 20 Min.
* 1 Tbsp. oil
* 1 lb. lean ground beef
* 1 c. water
* 1 c. salsa
* 1 pkg. (1-1/4 oz.) taco seasoning mix
* 2 c. MinuteŽ White Rice, uncooked
* 8 flour tortillas
* 1 c. cheddar cheese, shredded
1. Heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add ground beef; cook and stir until lightly browned. Stir in water, salsa and seasoning mix. Bring to boil. Stir in rice; cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min. Stir.
2. Spoon ground beef mixture evenly onto tortillas; sprinkle with cheese. Fold half of tortillas to enclose filling.
* For a whole grain alternative, substitute MinuteŽ Brown Rice for the MinuteŽ White Rice.
* Easy Chicken Tacos: Omit oil. Prepare as directed, substituting 1 pkg. (6 oz.) grilled chicken breast strips for the ground beef.
* Chicken Soft Tacos: Prepare as directed, substituting 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips, for the ground beef.