Mexican Casserole

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare Rice-A-Roni as package directs to the point of adding the water.
2. 2
   After adding water, add onion, peppers, salsa, bouillon and garlic powder.
3. 3
   Mix well.
4. 4
   Cook as package directs. Meanwhile, brown 1 pound ground beef; season to taste with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
5. 5
   Drain.
6. 6
   Add 1 can red beans (drained) and 1 can whole kernel corn (drained).
7. 7
   Stir to mix and simmer 5 minutes.
8. 8
   When rice is done, mix meat mixture and rice together. Break tortilla chips in bite-sized pieces to make 2 cups.
9. 9
   Gently fold in rice mixture.
10. 10
    Sprinkle top of casserole with one cup shredded Cheddar cheese.
11. 11
    Place in oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
12. 12
    Serve hot.