Cowboy Casserole

A simple casserole with ground chuck, corn, tomatoes and cheese--make ahead and freeze for those busy nights.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground chuck
• 1 can whole kernal corn, drained
• 1 can stewed tomatoes, drained
• 1 can golden mushroom soup
• 1/4 cup chopped bell peppers
• 1/4 cup chopped onions
• 1 tbsp A-1 sauce
• 12 slices American cheese
• Season to taste

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a skillet, brown ground chuck, onions and bell peppers. Strain and rinse with hot water. Pour meat mixture in pot, add corn, tomatoes, soup and A-1 sauce then mix well. In a casserole dish, pour meat mixture and spread evenly in pan. On top of mixture lay slices of cheese. Bake about 30 minutes or until brown around edges.

Number of Servings: 6-8

Notes from the Cook: This can be served with garlic toast, and a small salad. Can be made in advance and frozen.