Are you craving for something new and exciting to have for dinner tonight? Then, you should definitely try out this mouth-watering Mexican Villa dish! This recipe is bursting with flavors, color and is super easy to make. You will surely add it to your recipe collection after trying it out just once.
Ingredients:
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 cup salsa
– 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
– 1 can corn, drained
– 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
– 1/2 teaspoon cumin
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 3 cups cooked white rice
– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
1. First, preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Take a large skillet and place it over medium heat. Cook the ground beef until it is no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
3. Stir in the salsa, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Allow the mixture to cook for 5-7 minutes.
4. Take a 9×13 inch baking dish, grease it lightly and spread the cooked white rice onto the bottom of the dish evenly.
5. Now, pour the beef mixture on top of the rice layer and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
6. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Once done, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish the dish with some fresh coriander or parsley leaves and enjoy!
This recipe is so versatile that you can easily customize it by adding your own favorite ingredients like jalapeños or green chili peppers. Serve it with some tortilla chips, green salad, and a glass of chilled beer, or pair it with a side of guacamole, sour cream, and salsa for that perfect finishing touch. Trust us; your taste buds will be left craving for more!
