Shelly's Recipe

WESTERN CASSEROLE

Category: Casseroles - Beef

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 clove garlic
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 tsp salt
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cayenne pepper sauce (optional)
2 cans red beans, drained
3 cups tomatoes with juice
1 cup uncooked rice
1 cup cheddar cheese

Brown beef with garlic. Add onion, and cook until onion is transparent. Drain fat. Either chop tomatoes or put in blender.

In large casserole, combine the meat mixture, salt, chili powder, beans, tomatoes and rice. Bake covered, at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with cheese, bake 15 minutes more.