Family Foods

Beef & Bean Taco Bowl

Makes By Sobey's

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp (15 mL) canola oil
• 1 lb (500 g) extra lean ground beef
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 1 tbsp (15 mL) taco seasoning
• 1 cup (250 mL) white rice, cooked according to package directions
• 2 cups (shredded romain lettuce)
• 1 1/2 (375 mL) cups canned black beans
• 1 small red pepper
• 1 cup (250 mL) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup (250 mL) Compliments Organic Mild Salsa
• 2 green onions
• 1/3 (75 mL) cup sour cream (optional)

Directions:

1. Heat oil in large skillet set over medium-high heat. Cook beef, onion and taco seasoning 5 to 8 min. until meat starts to brown. Stir in 1/4 cup (60 mL) water. Reduce heat to medium-low. Continue to cook until most of the liquid is evaporated and beef is cooked through.
2. Divide rice among 4 bowls. Top with beef mixture, lettuce, black beans, red pepper, cheese, salsa and green onions. Serve with dollop of sour cream, if desired.