Bacon Cheeseburger Rice Bowl (Print Version)
Classic burger flavors blend with rice, cheddar, and crispy bacon for an easy, hearty family meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Components
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1 pound ground beef
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1 3/4 cups water
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2/3 cup barbecue sauce
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1 tablespoon prepared yellow mustard
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2 teaspoons dried minced onion
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)
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1/3 cup chopped dill pickles
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5 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
# Steps:
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In a large saucepan over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Drain off excess fat.
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Stir in the water, barbecue sauce, prepared yellow mustard, dried minced onion, and ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Add the instant rice to the boiling liquid. Stir well and sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese.
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Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes until the rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
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Remove from heat and top with chopped dill pickles and crumbled bacon. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Use freshly cooked and crisp bacon for the best texture and flavor contrast when garnishing the finished dish.