Ground beef and broccoli rice bowls
The take-away classic made with ground beef, which costs less than steak and reheats without going tough.
Ingredients
Method
Storing
Keeps 4 days in the fridge in a sealed container. Freezes for up to 3 months.
Reheating
Microwave 2 minutes, stirring halfway.
Worth knowing
Leave the broccoli slightly firm. It softens again in the microwave.
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Can you freeze cooked rice?
Yes. Cool it quickly, freeze it flat in portions and reheat until steaming. Why speed matters, and how long it keeps.
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