Border Beef and Rice Bake

Makes 8 servings.

Ingredients

 * 2 4- to 6-ounce package Spanish seasoned rice mix
 * 1 pound ground Beef
 * 1 medium Onion, chopped
 * 1 1-ounce packet taco seasoning mix
 * 6 corn tortillas, divided
 * 2 14-1/2-ounce cans Mexican-style stewed tomatoes, divided
 * 2 cups (8-ounces) shredded Mexican-style Cheese blend, divided
 * chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

 * 1) Prepare rice according to package directions.
 * 2) Heat large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
 * 3) Add Beef, Onion, and contents of seasoning packet. Cook 5 to 7 minutes, breaking up Beef with a spoon or until Beef is brown and Onion is tender.
 * 4) Remove from heat; drain fat.
 * 5) Tear three corn tortillas into bite-size pieces and place on bottom of a non-metallic 13x9x2-inch dish.
 * 6) Add half of Beef mixture, spreading evenly. Top with half of rice mixture, half of the tomatoes and half of the Cheese.
 * 7) Repeat layers; except Cheese.
 * 8) Cover and bake in 400 degree oven for 15 minutes.
 * 9) Uncover; top with remaining Cheese and bake 10 minutes more or until Cheese is melted and golden brown.
 * 10) To serve, garnish with cilantro.