MEXICAN VEGETABLE CASSEROLE

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Green, Gooey, Good. So many veggies, you'll have your daily servings done in one hit! Try adding more bell peppers in different colors for a nice presentation.

Provided by LilPinkieJ

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 ounces ziti pasta, uncooked
nonstick cooking spray
2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 teaspoon oregano
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn, thawed
2 tablespoons green chilies, chopped
8 ounces fat-free ricotta cheese
4 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Cook ziti according to package directions without salt; drain well.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Coat a Dutch oven or large pot with cooking spray. Add onions, garlic, carrots, green pepper, and zucchini. Saute over medium heat for 10 minutes, stirring often.
  • Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, and oregano. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, simmering 15 minutes.
  • Stir in beans, corn, and chilies. Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; add pasta and cheeses, tossing gently.
  • Coat 9-inch square baking dish with cooking spray. Spoon mixture into dish.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until heated through. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.3, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 17.8, Sodium 493.6, Carbohydrate 58, Fiber 11.8, Sugar 8.6, Protein 17.8

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