Description
A comforting and flavorful one pot bacon cheeseburger rice recipe combining crispy bacon, seasoned ground beef, and melted sharp cheddar cheese with tender jasmine rice simmered in beef broth and tomato sauce for an easy and hearty meal.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasonings
- 6-8 slices bacon, chopped
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tbsp Kinder's Caramelized Onion Burger Seasoning or favorite burger seasoning
- 2 tsps Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp dill pickle relish
- 1 tsp yellow or Dijon mustard
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
Liquids and Staples
- 8 oz can tomato sauce
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice (Jasmine rice used)
- 2 1/4 cups beef broth
Cheese
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or preferred cheese flavor)
Instructions
- Cook Bacon: Cook chopped bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and transfer to a paper towel-lined plate; set aside.
- Brown Meat and Aromatics: Leave about 1 teaspoon of bacon grease in the pot. Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic. Cook over medium-high heat until beef is browned and onions are softened, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease carefully.
- Season Meat: Stir in garlic, caramelized onion burger seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Add Tomato Paste: Mix in tomato paste and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to deepen the flavor.
- Incorporate Pickle and Mustard: Stir in dill pickle relish, mustard, and tomato sauce until well combined.
- Add Rice and Broth: Pour in uncooked rice and beef broth. Stir everything together, bring to a boil over high heat.
- Simmer Rice: Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Mix in Cheese and Bacon: Remove pot from heat. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese and the reserved cooked bacon until melted and well incorporated.
- Top with Cheese and Melt: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese over the top. Cover and let sit for 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted and gooey.
- Serve: Serve the bacon cheeseburger rice hot and enjoy your hearty one pot meal.
Notes
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce if you want a spicy kick.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner version.
- Incorporate extra vegetables like mushrooms or bell peppers for more flavor and nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze leftovers in portions for up to 2 months; reheat with a splash of broth or water to restore moisture.
- This dish makes a great make-ahead lunch or freezer-friendly dinner option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
