Step 1: Cook the ground beef and onion together with salt and pepper to taste in a large skillet over medium high heat until beef is no longer pink. Drain grease if necessary.

Step 2: Return the pan to the stove and sprinkle the beef with the garlic powder and taco seasoning.

Step 3: Stir in the rice, broth, corn, tomato sauce, and salsa.

Step 4: Bring mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.

Step 5: Top with cheese and return the lid to the pan for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted