MAZ'S RICE & BEANS CASSEROLE

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This is a juicy casserole that freezes well. With salad, this casserole can make 3 meals for 2 people.

Provided by Mary Alice Zurbach

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup uncooked white rice
1 cup chicken or 1 cup beef broth
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (4 ounce) can mild diced green chilies
1 (12 ounce) package shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 lb hamburger or 1 1/2 cups diced ham

Steps:

  • In a stockpot over medium-high heat, heat the oil.
  • Add the onion, celery, and garlic and saute for 4 minute.
  • Add the rice and saute for 2 minute.
  • Add broth, tomatoes and spices.
  • Bring to a boil, cover and lower the heat and cook for 20 minute.
  • Pre-heat oven to 350 deg.
  • Brown meat and drain.
  • Add beans and green chilies to meat and heat.
  • Add to rice mixture when done and combine.
  • Place all ingredients in a 9 x 13 casserole.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top.
  • Cook in oven for 20 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 492.4, Fat 23, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 90.5, Sodium 1062.4, Carbohydrate 41.6, Fiber 8.6, Sugar 7.1, Protein 30.7

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