aunt gail's mexican skillet

Recipe by
Beverley Williams
San Antonio, TX

We usually set this up buffet style. Everyone can choose the chips they like and top theirs with whatever they like. This is my husband's Aunt Gail's recipe.

yield 6 serving(s)
prep time 20 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For aunt gail's mexican skillet

  • 1 lb
    ground beef
  • 1 sm
    onion, chopped
  • 1 tsp
    oregano, dried
  • 1 tsp
    cumin
  • 1 Tbsp
    chili powder
  • 1 (6 oz.) can
    tomato sauce
  • 1 (6 oz.) can
    tomato paste
  • 3
    tomato paste cans of water
  • 3/4 c
    cooked rice

How To Make aunt gail's mexican skillet

  • 1
    In a large, cook beef with the onion until beef is browned and onion translucent.
  • 2
    Drain excess grease.
  • 3
    Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, water and seasonings. Stir to mix.
  • 4
    Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 5
    Add rice and simmer 5 more minutes.
  • 6
    I serve this over Fritos, Doritos or tortilla chips.
  • 7
    We top it with grated cheese, chopped onion, diced avocado, shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.

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