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A main dish that is great on its own, topped with Black Diamond Monterey Jack Cheese and Cheddar Cheese Slices.
Courtesy of Black Diamond
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ingredients
¾
lb(s) (375 g) lean ground beef
1
jar (650 mL) extra mild salsa
1
can (19 oz/540 mL) black beans, drained
2
cup (500 mL) water
1
pouch (39 g) chili seasoning mix
⅔
cup (150 mL) long grain rice (not instant)
½
pkg (100 g) Black Diamond Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded
4
Black Diamond Cheddar Processed Cheese Slices
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directions
Step 1
Cook beef in large non-stick frypan over medium-high heat until beef is no longer pink; drain off fat.
Step 2
Add salsa, beans, water and chili seasoning mix to pan.
Step 3
Bring to boil over high heat.
Step 4
Stir in rice.
Step 5
Spoon into shallow 12-cup (3L) casserole.
Step 6
Cover and bake in 350°F (180°C) oven 30 min.
Step 7
Add the shredded cheese to chili; stir well.
Step 8
Arrange process cheese slices over top of chili.
Step 9
Bake, uncovered, 5 min longer or until rice is tender and cheese is melted.