Southwestern Casserole

Southwestern Casserole

What you need;

Large Pan

Spatula

Cutting Board

Knife

9x13 Pyrex

Steamer

Ingredients;

1 cup of Rice

1 lb of Ground Turkey

1/2 of a large Yellow Onion

1 can of Diced Tomatoes

2 tomatoes (medium to large size)

1-2 cans of Refried Beans

1 tbsp. Chili Powder

1 1/2 tsp. Garlic Powder

1 1/2 tsp. Cumin

1 tbsp. Oregano

Pinch of Pepper

Mozzarella Cheese

Sides; (Optional)

Avacado

Sour Cream

Salsa

Tapatio

Pre-heat oven to 375

Instructions;

1. Cook 1 cup of rice in your steamer until cooked.

2. In large pan add your turkey and onions. Cook until browned.

3. Add can of Diced Tomatoes to your ground turkey and onions. Cook for 4 minutes.

4. Slice two tomatoes and place them at the bottom of your 9x13 pan. Add the rice to the top of it.

5. Pour meat, onions and tomatoes over the rice. (including all juices)

6. As carefully as you can, put the refried beans over the meat. (I tend to use my hands instead of a spoon to spread it out.)

7. Top with cheese.

8. Put into oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling.

9. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

~ Enjoy ~