Cheeseburger Rice

Step 1

This Cheeseburger Rice is a delicious alternative to a classic burger. Garnished with all of your favorite burger toppings, it’s a fun, inventive weeknight meal.Step 1

Step 2

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef and onions and sauté, stirring frequently, until meat is browned and cooked through, about 5-7minutes.Step 2

Step 3

Add water, ketchup and mustard to skillet. Bring to a boil.Step 3

Step 4

Stir in rice. Sprinkle with cheese and cover. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes.Step 4

Step 5

Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. Stir to combine.Recipe TipsPretend you’re at your favorite burger place by serving this meal with everybody’s favorite burger toppings. Try chopped tomatoes, sliced green onions, pickles, shredded lettuce, bacon, sautéed mushrooms or anything else you think your family will love!If you don’t have any beef on hand, substitute ground turkey, chicken or meatless ground for the beef.If you have leftovers from this meal, simply reinvent them as something new. To turn this into chili, combine leftovers in a saucepan with 1 can (15 oz) of diced tomatoes, 1 can (8 oz) of tomato sauce, 1 can (16 oz) of kidney beans and 2 tablespoons of chili seasoning. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.Leftovers can also be turned into stuffed peppers or tomatoes. Simple hollow out bell peppers or large tomatoes, fill with the leftovers and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes.