1/2 lb. lean beef, diced
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1/3 c. diced onion
1 1/2 c. dry Minute rice
2 tsp. chopped fresh parsley
1/2 tsp. salt
1 (3 oz.) can green chiles, diced
1 (8 oz.) can whole tomatoes, in juice
3/4 c. water
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 to 2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. oregano
2 slices (1 oz. each) American cheese, cut in triangles

Brown beef in oil. Add onions and garlic and saute until tender. Add chili powder, oregano, salt, green chiles, tomatoes, and water. Bring to a boil, breaking tomatoes into pieces.

Stir in rice; cover and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley and arrange cheese on top. Cover until ready to serve. Makes 4 servings.