Step 1

In a skillet that has a tight fitting cover, heat olive oil over medium high.

Step 2

Add onion, peppers, garlic, ground beef, dry mustard, chili powder, salt and pepper. Sauté until ground beef is no longer pink, breaking up beef as you cook.

Step 3

Add rice and cook for two minutes letting rice absorb liquid.

Step 4

Add tomato paste and cook for one minute.

Step 5

Add canned tomatoes with juice, water and Worcestershire sauce. Stir, cover and simmer for 20 minutes covered.

Step 6

After 20 minutes, remove lid and fluff the mixture then serve. If the mixture is too wet, cook for another few minutes with lid off.

Step 7

If you are using the cheese, sprinkle on top for last few minutes of cooking time with lid on.