Mexican Beef and Rice Casserole

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brown ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain excess fat.
3. Add onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened.
4. Stir in black beans, corn, tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
5. Pour the beef mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. Top with cooked rice and shredded cheese.
7. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and golden brown.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 40 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful
• Easy to prepare
• Perfect for a crowd
• Can be served with a side of salsa, sour cream, or guacamole

User Comments:

• "This casserole was so easy to make and it tasted amazing. My family loved it!"
• "The flavors in this dish were perfect. It had just the right amount of spice."
• "I will definitely be making this casserole again. It's a great way to use up leftover beef."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a lean ground beef to reduce fat content.
• If you can't find diced tomatoes with green chilies, you can use a can of regular diced tomatoes and add 1-2 chopped green chilies.
• Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.