Instructions

• Prepare the Uncle Ben's Ready Rice according to package instructions; set the cooked rice aside.
• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and break it up with a spoon.
• Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika. Stir to combine.
• Cook the beef, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through with no pink remaining, about 6–8 minutes.
• Add the chopped 1 medium red onion, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 3/4 cup chopped green bell pepper, and 3/4 cup chopped red and yellow pepper to the skillet. Cook and stir for 3–4 minutes, until the peppers and onion soften.
• Pour in 2 1/2 cups crushed tomatoes, stir, bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook for 3 minutes.
• Add the prepared rice to the skillet and stir thoroughly to combine. Heat just until the rice is warmed and evenly mixed, about 1–2 minutes.
• Remove the skillet from the heat and let it stand for 10 minutes before serving.