Fireside Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Heat large skillet.
2. 2
   Add beef, onion and garlic; brown about 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Drain off fat.
4. 4
   Stir in tomatoes, beans, cumin, salt, oregano, Tabasco and bay leaf.
5. 5
   Spoon mixture into 2-quart baking dish.
6. 6
   Cover.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 15 minutes.
8. 8
   Uncover.
9. 9
   Bake 15 minutes longer until heated through.
10. 10
    You can add grated cheese and let melt and brown.