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Chile con Queso Beef, Rice, and Beans
with crunchy tortillas
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesOver 30g protein
- Gluten-Smart
Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 4)
- 16 oz. Cooked White Rice
- 16 oz. Ground Beef
- 8 oz. Black Beans
- 8 oz. Fire Roasted Salsa
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4 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 4 fl. oz. Enchilada Sauce
- 3 oz. Corn Kernels
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2 oz. Shredded Cheddar-Jack Cheese
- 1 oz. Tortilla Strips
- 1 Tbsp. Taco Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) DOpWzLqr
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Calories600
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Carbohydrates49g
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Net Carbs44g
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Fat29g
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Protein32g
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Sodium1340mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 2 Large Non-Stick Pans
- 1 Microwave
- 1 Colander/Strainer
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using diced chicken thighs, pat dry. Stir occasionally until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes. Don't worry about trimming. Excess fat will render while cooking and add flavor.
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If using ground turkey, break up until turkey reaches minimum internal temperature, 6-8 minutes.
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If using steak strips, pat dry, coarsely chop, then separate pieces. Stir occasionally until steak reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes. Rest, 3 minutes.
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1 Prepare the Beans
Drain and rinse beans in a colander/strainer.
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2 Cook the Ground Beef
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef to hot, dry pan. Break up meat until no pink remains and beef reaches a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 4-6 minutes.
Drain any excess liquid from pan. Pan will be hot! Use caution.Stir in taco seasoning and enchilada sauce until combined, 1-2 minutes.Remove from burner.While ground beef cooks, continue recipe. -
3 Make the Rice Mixture
Carefully massage rice in bag to break up any clumps and remove from packaging.
Place another large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.Add corn, beans, rice, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 3/4 the salsa (to taste; reserve remaining for sauce) to hot pan. Stir occasionally until rice is heated through, 2-3 minutes.Remove from burner.While rice mixture cooks, continue recipe. -
4 Heat Sauce and Finish Dish
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine remaining salsa (to taste), cream base, cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
Microwave uncovered until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave and stir until combined.If too thick, add water, 1 tsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping rice mixture with ground beef. Garnish with sauce (to taste) and tortilla strips. Bon appétit!
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