Ingredients
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 pound beef top sirloin steak, cut into 3/4-inch cubes1 tablespoon canola oil1/4 cup sliced celery1/4 cup julienned green pepper2-1/4 cups water1 package (6 ounces) long grain and wild rice mix1 small tomato, chopped2 tablespoons chopped green onion
Preparation
In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, thyme and cayenne. Sprinkle over beef.
In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook beef in oil until no longer pink; drain. Stir in celery and green pepper; cook 2 minutes longer or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Stir in the water and rice mix with contents of seasoning packet.
Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 23-28 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir in tomato; heat through. Sprinkle with onion.
