1/2 onion, chopped
1/2 sweet pepper, chopped (yellow or green)
1 lb. lean ground beef
1/2 c. water
1 (28 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
1 tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. each salt, oregano, garlic powder
1 1/2 c. Minute rice
3/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Brown onion, pepper and beef in frypan. Drain fat. Add water, tomatoes and seasonings. Bring to a boil and boil about 2 minutes. Stir in rice. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese. Sprinkle casserole with remaining 1/4 cup cheese.

Yields 6 servings.