Beef and California Raisin Picadillo
Courtesy of California Raisin Marketing Board 8 Servings • 10 Min. Prep Time • 10 Min. Cook Time| Ingredients |
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| 1 lb. extra lean ground beef |
| 1 can (14-1/2 oz.) stewed tomatoes |
| 1 c. California raisins |
| 1/4 tsp. minced garlic |
| 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon |
| 1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne) |
| 1 c. uncooked instant white rice |
| 1 c. water |
Directions:
1. In large skillet, cook ground beef over medium-high heat until browned; drain excess fat. Stir in tomatoes, raisins, garlic, cinnamon and red pepper. Reduce heat; cover. Simmer 5 min.
2. Add rice and water; bring to a boil. Cover; remove from heat. Let stand 5 min. or until liquid is absorbed and mixture is desired consistency.
* Spoon mixture into warmed flour tortillas and roll up to make wraps, adding other flavor ingredients, such as cheese, salsa, sour cream or guacamole. Makes great stuffing for green peppers, too.
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Nutrition:
Calories: 190; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 20mg; Total Carbs: 23g; Fiber: 2g; Sugar: 14g; Protein: 13g; Sodium: 160mg;