Bean 'n' Rice Skillet

Ingredients

 * 1 cup water
 * ½ cup Pace Thick 'n Chunky salsa
 * 2 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
 * 1½ cup uncooked instant white rice
 * 1 cup whole kernel corn, frozen
 * 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
 * 1 can black beans (15 oz.) — rinsed and drained
 * 1 lb ground beef (optional) — browned and drained

Directions

 * 1) Combine sauce ingredients in large skillet; mix well.
 * 2) Bring to a boil.
 * 3) Stir in all remaining ingredients.
 * 4) Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 10 minutes or until rice is cooked and vegetables are tender.