1 lb. ground beef
1 1/2 c. chopped onion
1 1/2 c. chopped green pepper
1 clove minced garlic
1 (15 oz.) can tomato sauce
2 tsp. chili powder
1 tsp. salt
3 c. cooked rice
1 can pinto beans, drained
1 c. shredded cheese

Brown ground beef; drain. Add onion, green pepper and garlic; cook until tender. Blend in tomato sauce, chili powder and salt.

In greased 2-quart baking dish layer meat sauce, rice, beans and 3/4 cup shredded cheese. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup shredded cheese. Bake in 350 degree oven 15-20 minutes until thoroughly hot. Makes 6 servings.