1 lb. ground beef
1 clove garlic
1/2 c. chopped onion
1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. chili powder
1 can (16 oz.) red beans, drained
2 1/2 c. tomatoes, chopped with juice
3/4 c. uncooked rice
3/4 c. grated cheddar cheese
1/4 c. sliced black olives (opt.)

Brown beef with garlic. Add onion and green pepper, cook until onion is transparent. Drain fat. In 2 quart casserole, combine meat mixture, salt, chili powder, beans, tomatoes and rice. Bake, covered at 350 degrees for 30 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle with cheese and olives and bake for 15 minutes more.