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Ingredientes
- 1lb lean ground beef
- 1 large shallot, chopped (or 1/2 small onion)
- 1 recipe homemade taco seasoning or 1 taco seasoning packet, don’t add water
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1-3/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup long grain white rice (basmati or jasmine rice)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Toppings: crushed tortilla chips, salsa, sliced avocado, chopped green onions
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