Ingredients:

1 lb. lean ground beef, browned and drained

4 cups cooked white or brown rice

1/2 large onion, chopped

2 sticks celery, chopped

2 roma tomatoes, chopped (or 2 smallish tomatoes)

1 can sweet corn, drained well

1 can petite diced tomatoes, undrained

1 can tomato puree

1 can pinto beans, rinsed and drained well

1 can black beans, rinsed and drained well

3 tablespoons mild chili powder

1 tablespoon smoked paprika

2 teaspoons cumin

1 teaspoon garlic powder (or fresh garlic, minced)

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

a couple dashes red pepper flakes

shredded cheese (topping)

sour cream or plain greek yogurt (topping)

fresh chopped cilantro (topping)

your favorite hot sauce (topping)

sliced jalapeno or serrano peppers (topping)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°f.

2. Combine all casserole ingredients in a large mixing bowl until evenly incorporated. Pour into a large glass casserole dish or a 9×13 glass cake pan. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes or until bubbling and hot all the way through.

3. Scoop into bowls and add desired toppings.

Bon Appetit!