Homemade Mexican Brown Rice Bake

Ingredients:

2 cups cooked brown rice

1 lb (450 g) ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)

1 small onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained

1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)

1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce

2 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Salt and black pepper, to taste

1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)

Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Optional: sliced jalapeños, sour cream, avocado for serving

Instructions:

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