Sloppy Joes With Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 lb. ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 small red or green pepper, chopped
1 c. barbecue sauce
1 1/2 c. rice
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. water

Preparation

Brown ground beef, onion and pepper in skillet.
Drain.
Stir in barbecue sauce.
Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring water and salt to boil.
Stir in rice. Cover; remove from heat.
Let stand for 5 minutes.
Serve meat over rice.
Garnish with shredded Cheddar cheese, if desired.