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May 23, 2023

A meal even a picky teen will eat

A meal even a picky teen will eat

NDFB Director of Organizational Development Joey Bailey likes trying new recipes. But when you have picky teen eaters, it can put a crimp in your experimentation. Joey says this recipe is a crowd pleaser, even with her teens! It's a fast, meal in one that you can tailor to your particular veggie preferences.

Cheesy Ranch Ground Beef and Rice Casserole

Ingredients

1.5 pounds ground beef

1 (1 oz) Ranch seasoning packet

2 cups cooked long grain rice

1 cup fresh or frozen peas (mixed veggies work as well)

1.5 cups chicken broth

1 cup Velveeta cubed

Instructions

Brown hamburger. Turn heat to medium and add ranch seasoning. Stir in rice, peas and broth, add cheese. Let simmer for 5 minutes or until cheese is fully melted.