MEXICAN LENTIL CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Mexican Lentil Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories Lentil

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
4 cups water
1 cup dried lentils (green or brown)
1 1/2 cups cooked rice (brown rice is recommended)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste)
1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, saute the onions, green peppers, and celery in heated oil over medium heat for 5 minutes.
Add in the water; bring to a boil.
Stir in the lentils; cover, lower heat, and simmer 40 minutes (do not drain).
Transfer lentil mixture to a large bowl; add in cooked rice, tomato paste, taco seasoning mix, and chili powder; stir to combine.
Transfer mixture to a lightly greased medium-sized casserole dish.
Bake, uncovered, in a 350° oven for 20 minutes.
Sprinkle tortilla chips and cheese on top.
Bake another 5 minutes or until cheese melts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312.3, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 9.9, Sodium 801.2, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 13.4, Sugar 7, Protein 13.7

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