Tex Mex Bake

1 bag instant rice

non stick cooking spray

1 (10 oz) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained

1 pound browned ground been

4 cups crushed tortilla chips

1 (15 oz) can seasoned pinto or chili beans

1 pound Velveeta cheese, cut into cubes, divided

Sliced green onions and sour cream, optional

Prepare rice according to package directions and set aside.

Spray a 13x9x2 inch baking dish with cooking spray. In a medium bowl, combine rice, tomatoes and chilies, and ground beef; set aside.

Cover baking dish bottom with chips. Layer half of the cheese over the chips.

Top with beans and rice-tomato-beef mixture; top with remaining cheese.

Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Garnish with sour cream and green onions, if desired.

Bake at 350 degrees for 15minutes.