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Beef and Rice Lettuce Cups

Beef and Rice Lettuce Cups
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Written By: The Old Farmer’s Almanac Editors The Almanac Editors and Staff
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Makes about 4 servings
Category
Meat
Course
Main Dish
Preparation Method
Cook
Sources
User Submitted

Tired of the same old ground beef recipes? These Beef and Rice Lettuce Cups are a fresh, flavorful twist! Sweet brown sugar and tangy Worcestershire sauce combine with peppers, onions, and rice for a savory filling that’s perfect for a light, hand-held meal. Quick to make and full of flavor, these lettuce cups are a family-friendly dinner or an impressive appetizer.

Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar
pinch of garlic powder
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
cayenne pepper, to taste (optional)
1 green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup diced onion
1 cup cooked rice
butter lettuce, separated into leaves

Instructions

  1. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the beef with Worcestershire sauce.
  2. Add brown sugar and spices, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. Add peppers and onions and simmer for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
  4. Add rice and stir until well mixed.
  5. Put beef mixture into lettuce cups and serve.

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