Western Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb. ground beef
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/4 C. finely chopped onion
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp.cayenne pepper sauce (optional)
- 2 cans red beans - drained
- 3 C. tomatoes with juice
- 1 C. uncooked rice
- 1 C. cheddar cheese
Directions
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.






