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Heavenly Steak Queso Rice

A comforting dish featuring rich, creamy queso, tender steak, and fluffy rice, perfect for satisfying hunger and impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb steak, diced Sirloin is recommended for tenderness.
  • 1 cup long-grain rice Tesco value rice is a cost-effective choice.
  • 2 cups beef broth Homemade is best, but stock cubes are fine.
  • 1 cup queso cheese dip Tostitos is recommended for creaminess.
  • 1 small onion, diced Yellow onion for sweetness; red adds color.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Add more if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon taco seasoning Homemade or store-bought is fine.
  • to taste tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin if desired.
  • optional cup fresh cilantro, chopped To taste—entirely optional.
  • to taste teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes For a kick, if desired.

Method
 

Sear the Steak
  1. Heat a splash of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear the steak until it has a golden crust, avoid overcrowding the pan.
Sauté Onions and Garlic
  1. Add diced onion and sauté for about three minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the Rice
  1. Stir in the rice and let it toast for 1-2 minutes.
Stir in Broth and Seasoning
  1. Pour in the beef broth and sprinkle the taco seasoning over the mixture.
Simmer Away
  1. Let the mixture simmer on low heat for 20 minutes or until the rice is fluffy and the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in the Queso
  1. Fold in the queso cheese dip until melted and combined.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Leftovers taste even better as the flavors deepen overnight. Serve with nachos and guacamole for a complete meal.
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