Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
10 unit

Poblano Peppers

whole

2 cup

Rice

cooked

2 unit

Tomate Chicken Bullion

cubed

2 pound

Ground Beef

cooked

1 unit

Taco Seasoning Mix

package

1 tbsp

Cumin

2 tsp

Garlic Powder

1 tsp

Salt

1 pound

Colby Jack Cheese

grated

6 tbsp

Prepared Salsa

8 slice

Velveeta Cheese Sandwich Slices

Step 1
~4 min

Broil poblano peppers on high, rotating until all sides are charred.

Step 2
~4 min

Place charred peppers in a plastic bag to steam and loosen the skin.

Step 3
~4 min

Once cooled, remove peppers from bag and peel off the charred skin. Remove stems and seeds.

Step 4
~4 min

Cook rice according to package instructions, using tomato flavored chicken bullion for seasoning.

Step 5
~4 min

Cook ground beef in a skillet and drain excess fat.

Step 6
~4 min

Add taco seasoning, cumin, garlic powder, and water to the ground beef according to seasoning package directions. Season with salt to taste.

Step 7
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

Step 8
~4 min

Spray a 9x13 inch pan with nonstick spray.

Step 9
~4 min

Layer half of the cooked rice on the bottom of the pan.

Step 10
~4 min

Sprinkle half of the cooked ground beef over the rice.

Step 11
~4 min

Sprinkle half of the grated Colby Jack cheese over the meat.

Step 12
~4 min

Lay poblano peppers over the cheese to cover the layer.

Step 13
~4 min

Repeat the rice, meat, cheese, and pepper layers.

Step 14
~4 min

Spread prepared salsa over the top layer of poblano peppers.

Step 15
~4 min

Cover with Velveeta cheese slices.

Step 16
~4 min

Bake at 350 degrees F for 20-30 minutes, or until bubbly.

Step 17
~4 min

Remove from oven, slice and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a spicier dish, use spicier taco seasoning or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Roasting the poblano peppers on a grill will add a smoky flavor.

Make sure to remove as much of the charred skin from the peppers as possible to avoid a bitter taste.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Spanish rice and refried beans.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Guacamole
Sour Cream
Refried Beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

Fusion of Mexican and American cuisines.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weeknight Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

75/100

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