BEEFY RICE SQUARES

Beefy Rice Squares image

My mother used to make this when I was growing up. Now I serve it to my family. It's one of my favorites because it's fast and easy.-Barb Block, Tigerton, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cups Italian tomato sauce, divided
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1-1/3 cups uncooked instant rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the beef, onion, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Press into a greased 8-in. square baking dish., In another large bowl, combine the rice, cheese and remaining tomato sauce. Pour over meat mixture. Cover and bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes longer or until rice is tender. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 19g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 1560mg sodium, Carbohydrate 53g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 36g protein.