Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, drained
  • 2 white onions, thinly sliced
  • 3 large baking potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
  • 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350°F and set aside a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium skillet, brown the ground beef and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Drain, if needed, and stir in drained kidney beans. Set aside.
  • Line baking dish with the sliced onions, followed by the sliced potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the tomato paste, tomato sauce, 1 can of warm water, and Italian seasoning. Pour half of the tomato mixture over potatoes and onions.
  • Arrange celery evenly over the top and spread with rice. Season again with salt and pepper.
  • Top rice with beef and kidney bean mixture, followed by remaining tomato sauce.
  • Cover dish tightly with foil and bake until potatoes are tender, 45 minutes. Remove foil, top with grated cheese, and bake 15 minutes more. Enjoy!