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Warm up olive oil in a big pan over medium-high. Toss in the steak bits and cook, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked on every side. Take the meat out and leave it aside.
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Add the chopped onion to the pan, stirring occasionally, until it softens and gets clear—give it about 5 minutes. Toss in the garlic next and mix for a minute or so, just until you smell it.
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Pour in the uncooked rice, beef stock, paprika, and thyme. Mix it well and bring everything up to a boil.
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Turn the heat down low. Put a lid on the pan and let it gently cook for 15-20 minutes. Keep it there until the rice soaks up the liquid and gets soft.
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Add the steak back to the pan. Sprinkle in the grated cheddar, stirring until it melts in and everything blends together nicely.
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Add some salt and pepper if it needs more flavor. Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top before serving.