Cheesy Beef & Black Bean Bake

For the cheesy rice layer:
If using riced cauliflower, add it to a pot and cook until there is no excess water. Remove cauliflower from pot and turn heat to low.

Add remaining ingredients in cheesy rice layer to pot (leaving rice, quinoa, or cauliflower to the side). Cook on low, stirring frequently, until cheese is melted. Remove from heat and stir in rice, quinoa, or cauliflower.

For the beef and black bean layer:
Add oil to a separate pan or pot. Heat over medium-high heat. Brown ground beef in the oil. It does not need to be cooked through, just browned.

Add remaining beef and bean layer ingredients. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3–5 minutes until peppers and onions are cooked and the mixture has thickened.

To assemble the casseole, spray a 9×13 pan with cooking spray. Pour cheesy rice in the pan and spread it in an even layer. Top with half of the taco bell sauce. Add beef and bean layer and spread evenly. Top with remaining sauce and sprinkle with the cheddar cheese. Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes.