Mexican Unstuffed Pepper Casserole

Prep

15-30 mins

Total

45 min

Servings

8 Servings

This easy casserole lets you enjoy all the flavor of Mexican stuffed peppers without the trouble of actually stuffing any peppers.


Ingredients

  • 1

    lb

    lean ground beef

  • 1

    green and red pepper, coarsely chopped

  • 1

    onion, coarsely chopped

  • 2

    cups

    cooked long-grain white rice

  • 2

    cups

    TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa

  • 1

    cup

    KRAFT Mexican Style Finely Shredded Cheddar Pepper Jack Cheese, divided


Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Heat oven to 350ºF.

  2. Step 2

    Brown meat with peppers and onions in large skillet; drain. Stir in rice, salsa and 1/2 cup cheese.

  3. Step 3

    Spoon into 2-qt. casserole sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining cheese.

  4. Step 4

    Bake 25 min. or until heated through.