EASY KIDNEY BEAN AND CHEESE CASSEROLE

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If you prefer spicy then add in a finely chopped jalapeno pepper. The chili powder can be increased or decreased to suit taste.Also you can add in some navy beans with the kidney beans. This is a very simple but good bean recipe.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups grated cheddar cheese (or to taste)
1 large onion, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh garlic (to taste)
1 small green bell pepper, coarsley chopped (optional)
3 -4 tablespoons oil
3 -4 teaspoons chili powder (to taste)
1 (28 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (28 ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained and coarsley chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • Heat a large skillet with oil over medium heat.
  • Add in onion, garlic and green bell pepper (if using) saute until the onions are just golden.
  • Add in the chili powder, salt and pepper; cook stirring for 1 minute.
  • Add in the red kidney beans and drained chopped tomatoes; cook, stirring for 20 minutes, seasoning with more chili powder, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Spread half of the mixture into the bottom of the baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with about 1-1/2 cups cheese.
  • Top with remaining bean mixture.
  • Then top with remaining 1-1/2 cups cheddar cheese (or to taste).
  • Bake uncovered for about 25 minutes, or until the cheese is browned.
  • Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 747.5, Fat 40.1, SaturatedFat 19.5, Cholesterol 89, Sodium 562.2, Carbohydrate 60.3, Fiber 18.5, Sugar 8.5, Protein 40.9

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