Cheesy Beef-and-Rice Casserole

By Lv2Cook

Ingredients

• 1/2 pound ground round
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes undrained
• 1 (4.5-ounce) can chopped green chiles drained
• 3 cups cooked long-grain rice
• 1 cup fat-free sour cream
• 1/2 cup sliced green onions
• 1/4 cup skim milk
• 3/4 cup (3 ounces) reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375º.

Cook first 3 ingredients in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until meat is browned, stirring to crumble. Add water and next 6 ingredients (water through chiles); bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 10 minutes. Uncover and simmer an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat; set aside.

Combine the rice, sour cream, sliced green onions, and milk in a bowl. Spoon rice mixture into a 9-inch baking dish. Top with beef mixture; sprinkle with cheese. Bake at 375º for 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Serving Size: 1 1/4 cups