1 1/2 c. rice
1 1/2 lbs. hamburger
1 sm. chopped onion
1 chopped med. bell pepper
1 can tomato sauce
1/2 c. catsup
1 pkg. chili seasoning mix
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. black pepper
2 c. grated cheddar cheese

Cook raw rice (not instant) about 30 minutes or until done (fluffy). Press into 9"x13" baking dish as crust. Brown hamburger meat, onion, bell pepper over high heat. Drain off excess grease and add tomato sauce, catsup, chili seasoning mix and spices. Simmer 20 minutes and pour into baking dish over rice. Sprinkle grated cheese over and bake 45 minutes at 300 degrees.