Texas Hash

1 pound ground beef

1 medium green pepper, chopped

1 small onion, chopped

2 cups stewed tomatoes, undrained

1 cup water

1 cup white rice

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

2 teaspoons chili powder

1 can kidney beans, drained

In a 2-quart casserole dish, microwave hamburger 5 to 6 minutes on high to brown, stirring after 3 minutes. Drain. Add remaining ingredients. Microwave covered on high for 5 minutes. Stir, microwave covered at 50 percent power for 15 minutes.

Rachel Rathman,
Grand Island