Ingredients

• ground beef: 1 lb
• salt: to taste
• black pepper: to taste
• garlic powder: 1/2 tsp (optional)
• yellow onion: 1, diced
• green bell pepper: 1, diced
• whole kernel corn: 1 (15 oz) can, drained
• black beans: 1 (15 oz) can, drained and rinsed
• petite diced tomatoes: 1 (14.5 oz) can, undrained
• taco seasoning mix: 1 packet
• beef stock or broth: 2 cups
• long-grain white rice: 1 cup
• sour cream: for serving (optional)
• fresh cilantro: for serving (optional)

Steps

1. In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown {{ground beef:1 lb}} while seasoning with {{salt:to taste}}, {{black pepper:to taste}}, and {{garlic powder:1/2 tsp (optional)}}.
2. Add {{yellow onion:1, diced}} and {{green bell pepper:1, diced}}; cook 3–5 minutes until slightly softened.
3. Stir in {{whole kernel corn:1 (15 oz) can, drained}}, {{black beans:1 (15 oz) can, drained and rinsed}}, {{petite diced tomatoes:1 (14.5 oz) can, undrained}}, {{taco seasoning mix:1 packet}}, {{beef stock or broth:2 cups}}, and {{long-grain white rice:1 cup}} until well combined.
4. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover and cook 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
5. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes; fluff and mix before serving.
6. Serve topped with {{sour cream:as desired}} and {{fresh cilantro:as desired}}, if you like.