1 lb. ground beef
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
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 with juice, chopped
3/4 c. uncooked rice
3/4 c. grated cheddar cheese
1/4 c. sliced black olives

Brown beef and garlic in oil. Add onion and green pepper. Cook until onion is transparent (drain off fat). In a 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. Bake 15 minutes longer. 6 to 8 servings.