How to Make the Easiest Beefy Mac Rice Cakes | Weeknight Wonders

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork can be more affordable.

Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral oil in a skillet.

Add ground beef and cook until most of the pink has disappeared, about 4-5 minutes.

Add chopped garlic and onion; cook until translucent, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chili paprika and a pinch of red chili flakes; mix well.

Pour in 1 cup of milk and 1 cup of water; scrape the bottom of the pan to lift juices.

Add 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce and mix.

Add rice cakes, ensuring they are separated; cook without a lid for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Turn off the heat and stir in extra sharp white cheddar cheese until melted.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

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