Cajun Beef and Rice

 

1/4

pound extra-lean ground beef

1

small stalk celery, chopped (1/4 cup)

1

small onion, chopped (1/4 cup)

1

teaspoon Cajun seasonings blend

1

cup uncooked instant rice

1/4

cup chopped green bell pepper

1/2

cup water

4

medium fresh or 1/2 cup frozen (thawed) okra, sliced

1

medium tomato, chopped (1/2 cup)

1

can (11 1/2 ounces) lightly tangy eight-vegetable juice

• 1 Heat 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Cook ground beef, celery, onion and Cajun seasoning blend, stirring frequently, 4 minutes or until beef is brown and vegetables are tender.
• 2 Stir in remaining ingredients. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and cook 5 minutes or until rice is tender.