BLACK-EYED PEA CASSEROLE

BLACK-EYED PEA CASSEROLE image

Number Of Ingredients 8

Prep: 20 min. Bake: 25 min.Yield: 20-24 Servings
2 packages (6 ounces each) long grain and wild rice mix
2 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
2 small green peppers, chopped
4 cans (15-1/2 ounces each) black-eyed peas with jalapenos, rinsed and drained
2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1-1/3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, cook the rice mixes according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook the beef, onions and green peppers over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. In a large bowl, combine the peas, soup, rice and beef mixture. Transfer to two greased 2-1/2-qt. baking dishes. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Yield: 2 casseroles (10-12 servings each). Nutritional Facts 1 serving (1 cup) equals 122 calories, 6 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 26 mg cholesterol, 247 mg sodium, 8 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 9 g protein.