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Three Sisters Southwestern Casserole

Recipe by Verna from an old Family Recipe

Recipe Summary

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until onions are carmelized. Brown the ground beef, stirring constantly until rendered. At this time, stir in the cumin and Essence. Add salt and pepper as desired. Cook for 2 minutes.

In the same pan, add tomato sauce, beef broth and water. Add the zucchini, corn and cilantro. Stir and cook for 3 minutes. Add the rice and bring to a boil, Cover the pan and cook over low heat for 20 minutes.

When the rice has absorbed the liquids, add the shredded cheese and let it melt. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Essence (Emeril's Creole Seasoning):

2½ tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
1 tablespoon dried thyme