Cajun Beef and Rice
Ingredients
1/2 lb ground beef
1 medium stalk celery, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1 medium onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 tsp cajun or creole seasoning
2 cups uncooked instant rice
8 medium fresh okra, sliced, or 1 cup frozen (thawed) cut okra
2 medium tomatoes, chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
2 cans (11 1/2 oz each) lightly tangy eight-vegetable juice
1 cup water
Directions
1. Heat 12" non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook beef, celery, onion and cajun seasoning in skillet about 4 min., stirring frequently, until beef is brown and vegetables are tender.
2. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook for about 5 to 10 min. or until rice is tender.
