MEXICAN BUILD-UP

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We have enjoyed this dish from the Denver Post since the '70's. It's a filling, versatile type of a taco salad and/ or burrito filling.The rice makes the sauce wonderfully thick. My kids really love it! I like to serve both corn chips, tortillas, little bowls of chopped lettuce, avocado, green onions, sliced black olives, shredded cheddar cheese, etc. and let each person BUILD-UP their own plate. (If you have some already cooked frozen ground beef (OAMC) this can be assembled quickly). Warning: this is so good you will overeat every time you make this meal (if you're anything like me!)

Provided by Roxygirl in Colorado

Categories     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/3 lbs ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
8 ounces tomato sauce
6 ounces tomato paste (fill cans 3 times with water)
10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons sugar
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup cooked rice (I use Minute Rice)

Steps:

  • Brown beef and onions lightly.
  • Drain.
  • Add tomatoe sauce, paste, water, tomatoes with green chilies, chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, sugar, garlic, and cooked rice.
  • Mix lightly, but thoroughly, and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer covered for 30 minutes.
  • (Mixture should be thick or add additional rice and simmer extra.).

Yussif Hardi
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I also like to add some chopped bell peppers and onions for extra flavor.


Sheraaz Saleem
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen. They can help you assemble the burritos and they'll love eating them too.


Shannon Burke
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. They love the crispy tortillas and the flavorful filling.


Fatima Rume
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Anthony Dawson
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I also like to add some chopped bell peppers and onions for extra flavor.


Devin Mollohan
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious, I could eat it every day.


Roberto
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I made this recipe for a Mexican-themed potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and I got several requests for the recipe.


MD TRudel
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the cheesy, flavorful sauce and they always ask for seconds.


Kevin Wilkins
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can make it with different types of beans, cheese, and vegetables. It's a great way to use up leftovers.


Jessie Griffith
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids involved in the kitchen. They can help you assemble the burritos and they'll love eating them too.


Cindy Williams
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. They love the crispy tortillas and the flavorful filling.


Summer cookie
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can have it on the table in less than 30 minutes, which is perfect for busy weeknights.


Md Asadullah Howlader
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken or beef. I also like to add some chopped bell peppers and onions for extra flavor.


Ert Cut 24
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious, I could eat it every day.


Asger Ali
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I made this recipe for a Mexican-themed potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and I got several requests for the recipe.


abashinha
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the cheesy, flavorful sauce and they always ask for seconds.


Ngura poultrycare
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I've made it with different types of beans, cheese, and vegetables and it's always delicious. It's a great way to use up leftovers.


ramah Platinum
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The combination of flavors is perfect and it's always a hit at parties.


Xafin Jishan
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This recipe was a hit! The flavors were incredible and it was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again soon.