Firehouse Tex-Mex Casserole

Ingredients

 * 1) 3  cups   Minute brown rice
 * 2) 1 1/2 cups hot water
 * 3) 1 lb lean ground beef
 * 4) 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
 * 5) 19 ounces canned stewed tomatoes
 * 6) 14 ounces refried beans
 * 7) 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
 * 8) 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
 * 9) 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
 * 10) 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Directions
1. Heat oven to 350F degrees. 2. Place rice in a greased 3-quart casserole dish. 3. Add hot water; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. 4. Meanwhile, brown the meat in a large frying pan. 5. Add barbecue sauce, tomatoes, beans, and chili powder. 6. Mix well and then bring to a boil. 7. Spoon the meat mixture over the rice. 8. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese. 9. Cover and bake for 30 minutes. 10. Garnish with green onions.