Lazy Night Supper

6 servings Prep: 10 m Cook: 30 m Total: 40 m Beginner
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A quick one-pot supper with ground beef, lima beans, and rice that’s perfect when you’re too tired to fuss—just brown the meat, add everything to the skillet, and dinner’s ready in about 40 minutes with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

6 servings
  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 (15 oz) can lima beans
  • 1/2 cup washed rice
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt, black pepper, red pepper to taste

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a medium to large skillet, brown the ground meat over medium-high heat and remove any fat.
  2. Add the chopped onions and sauté with the meat until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the can of lima beans (with liquid), rice and water. Season with salt, black pepper and red pepper to taste. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until rice is done, stirring every 5 minutes (about 20-25 minutes). Add more water if it’s too dry.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: Why is my rice still crunchy after 20 minutes?

A: The skillet may be too dry or the heat too high. Add 1/4 cup more water at a time and reduce heat to low. Cover the skillet between stirring to trap steam and help the rice cook through.

Q: Can I use dried lima beans instead of canned?

A: You'll need to cook dried lima beans separately first until tender, then add them to the skillet. Canned beans are the shortcut that makes this a truly lazy-night meal.

Tips and Techniques

Don’t drain the canned lima beans—the liquid helps cook the rice and adds flavor. If you like a saucier consistency, start with 3/4 cup water instead of 1/2 cup.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • lima beans: black-eyed peas, butter beans, or kidney beans
  • ground beef: ground turkey or ground pork
  • white rice: brown rice

Equipment Needed

  • Large skillet with lid
  • Wooden spoon or spatula