7 Layer Casserole With Ground Beef and Rice
A savory layered casserole features seasoned ground beef, rice, corn, diced tomatoes, and a tomato sauce, topped with bacon for a hearty meal.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 F.
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Spread rice in a 2-quart baking dish.
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Layer corn over the rice, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
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Combine 1 can of tomato sauce with 1/2 cup water, then pour over the corn layer.
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Sprinkle with chopped onion and bell pepper.
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Spread ground beef over the vegetables, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
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Add the can of diced tomatoes.
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Arrange bacon strips on top.
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Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
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Remove foil and bake for 30 more minutes, until the bacon crisps.
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Optionally, add shredded cheese and bake until melted.