Homemade Rice A Roni With Ground Beef Recipe

A hearty and nostalgic twist on Rice-A-Roni! This comforting recipe, inspired by the Tightwad Gazette, is a family favorite, guaranteed to be a clean-plate special. Enjoy tender ground beef and perfectly cooked rice and pasta in a savory, flavorful sauce. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 752.7 kcal

Protein 67g

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Ingredients for Homemade Rice A Roni With Ground Beef

Ground Beef
1 medium onion, chopped
Raw Rice
1 cup uncooked thin spaghetti
2 tablespoons margarine
Beef Broth
Salt And Pepper

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How to Make Homemade Rice A Roni With Ground Beef

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 1 pound ground beef. Brown the beef, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink (about 8-10 minutes).
Drain off any excess grease from the skillet.
Add 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice and 1 cup uncooked thin spaghetti to the skillet. Stir in 2 tablespoons of margarine until lightly coated.
Pour in 2 1/2 cups beef broth and stir to combine. Add the cooked beef and onion back to the skillet.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and spaghetti are tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. Fluff with a fork before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

Fat

44g

Carbs

27g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Homemade Rice A Roni With Ground Beef?

Homemade Rice A Roni With Ground Beef takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Homemade Rice A Roni With Ground Beef?

Homemade Rice A Roni With Ground Beef has approximately 752.7 calories per serving, with about 67 g protein, 27 g carbohydrates and 46 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Homemade Rice A Roni With Ground Beef?

The key ingredients for Homemade Rice A Roni With Ground Beef are Ground Beef, Onion, Raw Rice, Spaghetti, Margarine, Beef Broth. See the full list with measurements above.