Spicy Casserole Ole - Mexican Rice Casserole

I found this recipe on the back of a box of HEB Instant Rice. I make variations of it all the time using whatever I have on hand. I have used frozen corn, pinto beans, rotel, ground turkey, etc.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 6
• Yields: 1 casseorole

Ingredients

• 1  lb ground beef
• 1⁄2 cup  chopped onion
• 1⁄4 cup  chopped green pepper
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon chili powder
• 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained
• 1  cup  instant rice, prepared
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2⁄3 cup  shredded American cheese

Directions

1. Pre heat oven to 375.
2. In a skillet, brown beef, onion, and green pepper. Pour off excess fat.
3. Stir in salt and chili powder.
4. In a 1 1/2 quart casserole dish, alternate layers of beef mixture, beans, rice, and tomato sauce.
5. Sprinke with cheese.
6. Bake for 15 minute.