This is quite tasty, the jalapeno pepper is only optional I like to add in for extra heat, Italian sausages with the casings removed may be used in place of the ground beef or use ground turkey, I also like to add in some cooked crumbled bacon or smoked dry sliced sausage but that is only optional :)

Ingredients

6 serv.

ground beef↗1 lb
small onion↗1
chopped
fresh minced garlic1 -2 tablespoon
green bell pepper1
seeded and chopped
jalapeno pepper↗1 -2
seeded and finely chopped
taco seasoning mix1
(1 1/4 ounce) package (can use more to taste)
chicken broth↗1 1⁄2 cups
(can use water)
small zucchini1
diced (about 4 cups)
stewed tomatoes↗1
(14 1/2 ounce) can
frozen corn or 1 1/2 cups peas↗1 1⁄2 cups
instant Minute Rice↗1 1⁄2 cups
seasoning salt↗1 -2 teaspoon
(or to taste)
fresh ground black pepper↗1 teaspoon
(or to taste)
shredded cheddar cheese↗2 cups
(you may use more cheese)

Step-by-step instructions

1
In a medium 4-quart heavy pot over medium heat cook the ground beef or sausage meat with onion, garlic, bell pepper and jalapeno pepper; cook until browned then drain fat.
2
Add in the taco seasoning mix with a wooden spoon until well combined.
3
Add in all remaining ingredients except the cheese; stir with a wooden spoon to combine and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low or low.
4
Cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until the rice is tender.
5
Season with seasoned salt and pepper.
6
Mix in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese until melted, the sprinkle the top with 1 cup; let stand for 5 minutes until melted.

Source: food.com

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