Ingredients

• 1 cup Regular White Basmati Rice, uncooked
• 1/2 cup Vermicelli, Fideo, or 1 inch broken spaghetti noodles
• 1/4 cup TL FD Onions (or 1/8 cup dehydrated chopped onions)
• 1/4 cup TL FD Green Bell Peppers (broken into small pieces)
• 1/2 cup TL FD Diced Tomatoes
• 3 Tbsp TL Tomato Powder
• 1 Tbsp TL Chicken Bouillon
• 1/2 tsp Paprika (for color)
• 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1/4 tsp Cumin (optional for added flavor)
• 1/4 tsp Oregano (optional for added flavor)
• 1 Tbsp TL Powdered Butter
• 1 to 1 1/2 cups TL FD Seasoned Ground Beef
• 1/8 cup TL FD Green Chili Peppers

Directions

1. In a large skillet, add the contents of the jar (White Basmati Rice, Noodles, Onions, Ground Beef, Green Bell Peppers, Diced Tomatoes, Tomato Powder, Chicken Bouillon, Paprika, Garlic Powder, Cumin, Oregano, and Powdered Butter).
2. Add 2 cups of water to the skillet and stir well to combine all the ingredients.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
4. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the rice and vermicelli are tender and fully rehydrated, stirring occasionally.
5. Optional: Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt, pepper, or spices if desired.
6. Serve the zesty Spanish Beef and Rice hot and enjoy this delicious and hearty meal made with wholesome ingredients!
7. To make as a MIJ: Layer ingredients in a 1 quart mason jar, in the order listed. Shake and tap jar if needed to make all ingredients fit. Seal with vacuum sealer or oxygen absorber for long term storage or use within a month or so. When ready to use: Empty the content of the jar into a pan and follow instructions above.