Western Meal-in-one Recipe

1 Pound Ground Beef
1 Tablespoon Vegetable Oil
1 Clove Garlic, Minced
1 Teaspoon Salt
1 Large Onion, Chopped
1 Green Bell Pepper, Chopped
1 Teaspoon Chili Powder
1 Can Tomatoes
1 Can Kidney Beans, Undrained
3/4 Cup Uncooked Rice
tomato Juice (optional)
1/4 Cup Chopped Ripe Olives
3/4 Cup Grated Cheddar Cheese

brown Ground Meat In Oil Until Crumbly. Add Garlic, Salt, Onion, Green Bell Pepper And Chili Powder. Sauté For 5 Minutes Or Until Vegetables Are Limp.

mix In Tomatoes, Kidney Beans And Rice. Add A Little Water Or Tomato Juice As Needed. Turn Into A Greased 2-quart Casserole. Bake, Covered, At 350 Degrees F For 45 Minutes.

sprinkle With Olives And Cheese. Uncover. Bake 15 Minutes Longer Or Until Cheese Is Melted.

serves 8.