One-Pot Texas Hash

🍲 One-Pot Texas Hash: A Hearty Skillet Meal Made Simple

This comforting One-Pot Texas Hash is your new weeknight hero. It brings together well-seasoned ground beef, colorful veggies, and fluffy rice, all simmered in a bold, tomato-rich sauce. Best of all, it comes together in a single skillet—less mess, more flavor.

🛒 Ingredients

Ingredient	Quantity
Olive oil	2 tablespoons
Onion, diced	1 cup
Green bell pepper, diced	1 cup
Garlic, minced	1 tablespoon
Ground beef	1 pound
Dry mustard	1/2 teaspoon
Chili powder	2 1/2 teaspoons
Salt	2 teaspoons
Ground black pepper	1/4 teaspoon
Long grain white rice (uncooked)	1/2 cup
Tomato paste	2 tablespoons
Diced tomatoes with juice	1 (14.5-ounce) can
Water	1 cup
Worcestershire sauce	1 1/2 teaspoons
Shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack (optional)	To taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Meat and Veggies
Heat olive oil in a large, lidded skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, garlic, and ground beef. Sprinkle in dry mustard, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring and breaking up the meat, until it’s browned and the vegetables have softened. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

2. Toast the Rice & Tomato Paste
Add the uncooked rice and tomato paste to the skillet. Stir for about 3 minutes to combine and toast the rice slightly, which enhances the flavor.

3. Add Tomatoes, Water & Simmer
Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices, water, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix everything well. Bring to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat, cover the skillet, and let it cook for 20 minutes.

4. Final Touches
After 20 minutes, remove the lid and fluff the mixture with a fork. If there’s still excess liquid or the rice needs a bit more time, cook uncovered for another 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. Serve It Up
Top with shredded cheese if you’d like, and serve it hot straight from the pan. It’s perfect as-is or alongside a simple green salad.