1 lb. ground beef
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp. salt
1 lg. onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped (optional)
1 tsp. chili powder
1 sm. can tomatoes
1 lg. can kidney beans
3/4 c. uncooked rice
1/4 c. chopped black olives
3/4 c. grated Cheddar cheese

Brown meat slightly; drain. Add garlic, onion, green pepper if used, and seasonings. Saute 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, beans and uncooked rice. Put in 2 quart casserole and bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Sprinkle olives and cheese on top and bake 15 minutes or longer, until cheese melts.