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The “pastry” for this pie is a savory mixture of ground beef and seasonings! The filling is truly hearty–rice and cheese in a zestful tomato sauce. It’s a dish that the whole family will enjoy whether you serve it for a week night or informal Sunday supper. Add a salad of Green Beans and Celery Vinaigrette, to balance meal.

Savory Rice Pie With Hamburger Crust

1 pound very lean ground beef
1/2 cup soft bread crumbs
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/8 teaspoon oregano
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (8 oz. each) tomato sauce, divided
1 1/3 cups packaged pre-cooked rice
1 cup water
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided

Combine ground beef, crumbs, onion, green pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, oregano, pepper and 1/2 cup tomato sauce; mix well. Pat mixture firmly over bottom and sides of 9-inch pie plate. Pinch 1-inch flutings around edge; set aside. Combine rice, water, 1/4 cup cheese, remaining tomato sauce and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Spoon into meat shell. Cover with aluminum foil. Bake at 350° for 25 minutes. Remove foil cover, sprinkle remaining cheese over top; bake 10 to 15 minutes longer. Cut in wedges. Makes 6 servings.