Recipe: Rancho Beef and Rice Skillet (using ground beef, cooked rice and salsa)

RANCHO BEEF AND RICE SKILLET

1 lb. lean ground beef
1 medium red or green bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 large clove garlic, crushed
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. salt
3 cups cooked rice, cooled
1 cup frozen peas, defrosted
3/4 cup prepared salsa

In a large nonstick skillet, brown ground beef, bell pepper and garlic over medium heat 8-10 minutes or until beef is no longer pink, breaking up into 3/4-inch crumbles. Pour off drippings and add chili powder and salt.

Add rice to skillet and mix well. Continue cooking 2 minutes or until rice is hot, stirring occasionally.

Stir in peas and salsa and heat through.

Serve with grated cheddar cheese and tortilla chips.

Makes 4 servings