Shelly's Recipe

CAJUN BAKED RICE CASSEROLE

Category: Casseroles - Beef

1 lb ground beef
1 onion and green bell pepper, chopped
3 celery stalks, chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
1 bunch green onion tops, chopped
1 1/2 cups rice, not instant
3 cups water
2 tsp Cajun seasoning
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste

Preheat oven to 350. Cook first 5 ingredients in a skillet until meat is done and vegetables are cooked. Drain. Place in a 13x9 inch baking pan. Add remaining ingredients. Mix thoroughly. Cover and bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour or until rice is tender.