One Pot Cheesy Mexican Beef and Rice

olive oil

ground beef (I used 85% lean)

small/medium sweet Vidalia or yellow onion, peeled and diced small

packet taco seasoning (I used medium, reduced sodium)

petite diced tomatoes (I used no salt-added)

red salsa (I used medium Herdez)

water

long-grain rice, uncooked (I used white)

freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

corn (I used frozen, straight from freezer)

to 2 cups finely shredded Mexican cheese blend (or your favorite cheese blend)

to 4 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped

avocado, guacamole, sour cream, etc. for garnishing, optional