Recipe: Speedy Beef Casserole (serves 1)

SPEEDY BEEF CASSEROLE

1/2 cup Basic Ground Beef Mixture (recipe follows)
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup cooked rice
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
seasoning as you like
1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

In a small saucepan combine meat mixture, tomato sauce, rice and chili powder. Cook over medium high heat about 10 minutes or till hot and bubbly, stirring occasionally.

Stir in half of the cheese till melted. Spoon onto a plate. Top with remaining shredded cheese.

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BASIC GROUND BEEF MIXTURE
Makes three 1/2 cup portions

1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic minced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon salt
dash of pepper

In a large kettle, cook meat, onion and garlic till meat is brown and onion is tender; drain. Stir in Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper till well combined. Use 1 portion of the meat mixture right away and or freeze portions for later use.

Makes 1 serving
Source: Better Homes & Gardens Cooking For One