Texas Beef Bake
["1 lb. ground beef", "1 c. chopped onion", "1/4 c. green pepper", "1 c. rice (uncooked)", "1 (16 oz.) can stewed tomatoes", "1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans", "1/2 pkg. taco seasoning", "salt and pepper to taste", "1 1/2 tsp. chili powder", "1/2 tsp. garlic", "1 1/2 c. shredded sharp Cheddar cheese"]
["Lightly brown meat.", "Drain; add remaining ingredients except cheese.", "Bake at 350\u00b0", "for 45 minutes in covered casserole dish. Top with cheese and return to oven for 3 minutes.", "Serves 4. Double ingredients for 8."]
["ground beef", "onion", "green pepper", "rice", "tomatoes", "kidney beans", "taco seasoning", "salt", "chili powder", "garlic", "Cheddar cheese"]