1 lb. lean hamburger
2 tsp. chili powder
1 med. onion, chopped
1 c. green pepper, chopped
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
3/4 c. buttermilk
1 c. cubed cheddar or American cheese
2 c. boiling water
1 c. rice
Sour cream (opt.)

Brown ground beef, onion and chili powder. Meanwhile, cook rice in water. Add rice to beef, along with tomato sauce and buttermilk. Heat through. Add peppers and cheese. Heat, stirring until melted. Serve topped with sour cream. Serves 6.