Ingredients
1
lb. ground beef or ground turkey
1/2
cup chopped onion
1
(1 1/4-oz.) pkg. taco seasoning mix
1 1/2
cups water
1 1/2
cups thinly sliced zucchini
1
cup frozen whole kernel corn
1
(14 1/2-oz.) can stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 1/2
cups uncooked instant rice
4
oz. (1 cup) shredded Cheddar cheese
Preparation
In large skillet, brown ground beef and onion until beef is thoroughly cooked. Drain. Stir in seasoning mix, water, zucchini, corn and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 to 7 minutes or until liquid is absorbed, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat. Fluff mixture with fork; sprinkle with cheese. Cover; let stand 3 minutes or until cheese is melted. If desired, garnish with diced red bell pepper and jalapeño chiles.
