Bean and Rice Casserole

1/2 onion, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
couple cloves of garlic, minced
salt to taste
dried basil to taste
5-6 cups brown rice, cooked
1 can diced tomatoes, drained
1 can black beans, rinsed and drained (or whatever is your fav)
grated cheddar cheese to garnish

Saute onion, green pepper, and garlic with salt and basil until veggies are crisp tender. Mix all ingredients in large bowl and spread in a casserole dish. Cover with grated cheese and bake at 350 degrees until warmed through and cheese melts. Suggestion:serve with a green salad.
This has become a favorite at our house; we usually make it once a week or so. It's tasty, way easy, and on the healthy side, too!