Beefy Cattle Drive Casserole Hearty Family Delight

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup carrots, diced
• 1 cup bell pepper, diced (red or green)
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• to taste salt and pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 2 cups sour cream
• 1 4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess grease.
3. Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet, sautéing for about 3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
4. Stir in the diced carrots and bell pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
5. Add the black beans, diced tomatoes (with juice), corn, cooked rice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
6. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread it evenly.
7. In a small bowl, mix the sour cream with a few tablespoons of the beef mixture to temper it, then spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the casserole.
8. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Once out of the oven, let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro.