7 Layer Casserole with Ground Beef and Rice Recipe

Ingredients (12)

• 1 cup rice, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup canned whole kernel corn, drained
• 1 dash salt
• 1 dash freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup coarsely chopped green bell pepper 
• 1 pound extra-lean ground beef
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 4 strips bacon, halved lengthwise
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or cheddar Jack blend, optional