Meatballs and Rice Recipe

In a large bowl, mix panko, onion, garlic, salt, chili con carne mix, cayenne (if using), pesto, and ground beef. Form into 2-inch balls. Set aside.

In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, melt butter. Sear meatballs on all sides. No need to cook through. Transfer meatballs to a plate, and set aside. Add peas, rice, and bouillon cube, stirring, to the pan. Pour in water, and bring to a boil. Cover, and let simmer 10 minutes. Place meatballs in the watery rice, cover, and let simmer again until rice is tender and meatballs are cooked through.

Recipe originally published in the July 2015 issue of Good Housekeeping Philippines.