Beef and Rice Casserole

1: Heat the oven to 350°F.

2: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for about 3 minutes.

3: Add the onions, corn, garlic, and peppers, and continue cooking until the vegetables are soft and the ground beef is no longer pink.

4: Drain and discard the excess fat.

5: To the skillet, add the tomatoes, tomato paste, cooked rice, seasonings, salt, and pepper. Stir to blend the ingredients thoroughly.

6: Transfer the beef and rice mixture to the prepared baking dish, sprinkle with cheese, and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.