Easy Slow Cooker Spanish Rice

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 cups long grain rice
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn
• 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
2. Add the onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.
3. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, corn, taco seasoning, and beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
4. Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker. Stir in the rice.
5. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the rice is tender and all the liquid has been absorbed.
6. Stir in the cilantro before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 300 per serving
• Fat: 10 grams
• Protein: 20 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Easy to prepare
• Perfect for a crowd
• Gluten-free

User Comments:

• "This is a delicious and easy way to make Spanish rice. My guests loved it!"
• "I made this for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone asked for the recipe."
• "This is the perfect dish for a busy weeknight. I just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a slow cooker, you can make this dish in a Dutch oven on the stovetop over low heat.
• You can adjust the spice level by adding more or less taco seasoning.
• This dish is also great for using up leftover ground beef.