Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a 9x13 casserole dish. Set aside for later.

Step 2

Prepare rice according to package directions.

Step 3

While the rice is cooking, add oil to a large skillet and sauté onion over medium heat until translucent (usually 2-4 minutes).

Step 4

Add ground beef to skillet, cooking until no red remains in the beef.

Step 5

Add bell peppers to the skillet and sauté until they soften (about 3 minutes).

Step 6

Add garlic, salt, pepper, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet and bring to a boil.

Step 7

Remove skillet from heat. Stir in cooked rice, then immediately pour mixture into the prepared casserole dish and top with shredded cheese.

Step 8

Bake uncovered for 25 minutes. Serve warm & enjoy!