Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 cup

uncooked rice

uncooked

1 cup

frozen mixed vegetables

frozen

16 oz

tomato sauce

canned

0.5 cup

chopped onion

chopped

0.5 cup

chopped green pepper

chopped

1.5 lb

uncooked ground beef

uncooked

8 slice

bacon

half strips

Step 1
~8 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~8 min

Place uncooked rice in the bottom of a 3-quart baking dish.

Step 3
~8 min

Layer frozen mixed vegetables over the rice.

Step 4
~8 min

Season with salt and pepper.

Step 5
~8 min

Mix one 8 oz can of tomato sauce with 1/2 can of water and pour over the vegetables.

Step 6
~8 min

Add chopped onion and green pepper on top of the tomato sauce layer.

Step 7
~8 min

Layer uncooked ground beef over the vegetables.

Step 8
~8 min

Season the ground beef with salt and pepper.

Step 9
~8 min

Mix the remaining 8 oz can of tomato sauce with 1/4 can of water and pour over the ground beef.

Step 10
~8 min

Top with bacon strips.

Step 11
~8 min

Cover the baking dish and bake for 1 hour.

Step 12
~8 min

Uncover and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the ground beef is cooked through.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, brown the ground beef before layering.

Add a layer of cheese on top before the last 30 minutes of baking.

Use different vegetables based on preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green salad
Garlic bread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, family meals

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Potlucks
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Weeknight Meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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