Texas Hash - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 large onions, chopped
3 Tbsp. shortening
2 c. canned tomatoes
1 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. bell pepper powder
2 bell peppers, chopped
1 lb. lean hamburger meat
1/2 c. uncooked rice
2 tsp. salt

Preparation

Combine meat, onion and bell pepper; cook until meat is browned.
Drain off excess fat.
Add tomatoes, rice and seasonings and mix well.
Pour into a large greased casserole.
Cover and bake at 375\u00b0 for 45 minutes.
Can add grated cheese to top casserole and bake until cheese melts.