Taco Casserole by Helen Bradshaw

1/2 pound Lean ground beef
1 packet taco seasoning
1(15 1/2 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, rinsed & drain
1(14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
6 cups cooked white rice
1 cup salsa
1 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
cooking spray

Heat oven to 400 degrees. coat a 9x13 baking pan with cooking spray. In a large saucepan, brown & crumble ground beef. Add taco seasoning, beans, tomatoes, & onion. Simmer for 10 min. In a large bowl combine meat and bean mixture with the rice & salsa. Mix well. Place in baking dish. Bake for 20-25 min. Sprinkle chees on top and continue baking for 3-5 min.