Kickin' Cajun Dirty Rice

Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff 4 Servings • 10 Min. Prep Time • 30 Min. Cook Time • Steamed broccoli and baked apples.

Ingredients
Add 1 lb. ground beef
Add 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
Add 1 pkg. (5.7 to 8 oz.) Cajun-style dirty rice mix
Add 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained

Directions:

1. Brown ground beef with pepper in large nonstick skillet over medium heat 8-10 min. or until beef is not pink. Pour off drippings.

2. Add rice mix and water according to pkg. directions, omitting oil or margarine; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook according to pkg. directions until rice is tender. Add tomatoes; heat through.

* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff

Wine Pairings:

Gewürztraminer, Shiraz/Syrah