Taco Bake

Ingredients (makes 4-6 servings):

• 1 lb. 95% lean ground beef

• 2 cups of diced red & green bell peppers

• 1 TBSP @fourthandheart California garlic ghee

• 1/2 can (14 ounces) Pastene tomato sauce

• 1 cup brown rice, cooked

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 2 TBSP of @sietefoods hot sauce

• 1 TBSP of homemade taco seasoning (chili powder, oregano, cumin, black pepper, pink salt, smoked paprika)

• Optional: corn tostadas, guac, salsa

Directions:

1. In a deep sauté pan over medium heat melt 1 TBSP of California garlic ghee and add ground beef + taco seasoning. Sauté until browned.

2. Add diced bell pepper and sauté for another 5-7 minutes.

3. Add tomato sauce + brown rice and mix together.

4. Stir in 1/2 cup of shredded cheese.

5. Add mixture to casserole dish and top with remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese.

6. Bake for 15 minutes on 350.

7. Take out and serve as is, or add in some corn tostadas, guac, & salsa