Mexican Skillet

So the thing about Mexican food, is that nothing else can look so unattractive and yet taste SO good! But it's not exactly a pretty cuisine. Especially when you're basically doing nothing but throwing your favorite ingredients into one skillet and mixing them together. Delicious and quick, but not exactly up for an Anne Gibbons "Photo Finish" of sorts. But this was too easy and too reliable not to share, even without a picture! Thank you Southern Living.

Mexican Skillet

1lb ground beef (get 4% if you can)
1 15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 package of Uncle Ben's instant Spanish Style rice
1-2 cups salsa
1/2 onion, chopped
2 Tbs lime juice
2 Tbs cilantro
add cheese, guacamole, or sour cream to top (you know we topped with cheese...)

In a large skillet combine the onion and ground beef, and cook over med-high until meat is fully browned. Add 1-2 cups of salsa depending on your preference for spice, the black beans, lime juice, and cilantro--mix well over medium heat while preparing rice. I used the 90 second microwavable rice, because it was Monday and the fewer dirty dishes the better! Add rice, stir well, and remove from heat. Top with cheese or other desired topping and serve immediately!

And plenty of leftovers for those on-call nights! Can't eat brie and a baguette all the time... :)