"I've been trying to incorporate more whole grains into my family's diet. This saucy rice dinner has all the southwest flavors they love. —Marcia Doyle, Pompano, Florida..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
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1 large onion, chopped
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1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
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1 medium head cabbage, chopped
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1 can (46 ounces) reduced-sodium tomato juice
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1 cup instant brown rice
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1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
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1/4 cup packed brown sugar
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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Optional: fresh thyme and fresh parsley, chopped