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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown together the beef, green pepper, onion, and garlic until the meat is no longer pink and the vegetables have softened, about 8 minutes. Drain liquid from pan.
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Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, rice, salt, basil, oregano, and the cayenne, white, and black pepper (adding more pepper to taste, if desired). Spread mixture into an ungreased 9x12-inch baking pan.
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Top with cabbage and Colby cheese.
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Cover and bake in preheated oven for 65 to 75 minutes, or until the rice is tender.