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Savory Skillet Beef and Mushroom Rice

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A quick and easy one-pan meal combining lean ground beef, earthy mushrooms, and fluffy rice for a cozy, comforting dinner perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 cup uncooked white or brown rice (190 g)
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced (225 g)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 1/2 cups beef broth (600 ml)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and slice the mushrooms. Optionally rinse the rice under cold water and drain well.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet until shimmering but not smoking.
  3. Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  4. Drain excess fat, leaving about a tablespoon in the pan.
  5. Add diced onions and minced garlic. Cook until onions are translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Add sliced mushrooms and cook, stirring occasionally, until they release moisture and soften, about 5 minutes.
  7. Stir in dried thyme and soy sauce, then add the uncooked rice. Mix well to coat the rice with flavors.
  8. Pour in 2 1/2 cups beef broth and stir once to combine. Bring to a gentle boil.
  9. Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes without lifting the lid.
  10. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Remove lid and fluff rice gently with a fork. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

If rice is not fully tender after 20 minutes, add a splash more broth or water, cover, and cook an additional 3-5 minutes. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to ensure even rice cooking. For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes before simmering. Use a heavy-bottomed pan like cast iron for best results. Adjust salt after cooking due to broth and soy sauce saltiness.

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