Mexican-Style Kasha and Beef

  • Preparation Time
    Prep:
    20 min.
  • Cooking Time
    Cook:
    25 min.
  • Serves
    Serves:
    6

Kasha adds a delicious toasty flavor when mixed with ground beef.

Recipe tags: beef base, moderate difficulty, main, beef, casserole

Ingredients

Quantity Ingredient
1 Tbsp canola oil
1 lb extra lean ground beef (may substitute with bison)
1 medium yellow onion, chopped (about ½ cup)
2 cups water
2 tsp Better Than Bouillon® Roasted Beef Base
1 tsp Better Than Bouillon® Chili Base
1 can (14-ounce) Mexican seasoned diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (14.5-ounce) Mexican seasoned corn, drained
1 cup uncooked Kasha (buckwheat kernels)
1½ cups shredded Mexican-style cheese
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves

Directions

  • 1

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onion, cook and stir until beef crumbles are done, about 10 minutes.

  • 2

    Stir in water, Beef and Chili Bases, tomatoes, corn and kasha. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low.

  • 3

    Season to taste with salt and pepper.

  • 4

    Cover and simmer until done, stirring occasionally, about 5-7 minutes.

  • 5

    Sprinkle cheese over kasha and beef. Cover until cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Grains, like pasta, continue to absorb moisture after cooking. Additional water and Beef Base may be added if desired.