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Zesty Rice 'N' Bean Casserole

Submitted by: Daphne Blandford 
A savory mix of seasonings adds zip to Daphne Blandford's satisfying dish that's loaded with beans, rice, vegetables and cheese. 'We enjoy it as a light entree with garlic bread and fresh spinach salad,' she notes from Gander, Newfoundland. 'It also makes a super side dish at potluck gatherings.' 

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Black Beans and Rice

Submitted by: Bonnie Baumgardner 
Bonnie Baumgardner often serves this quick skillet side dish to delighted guests at her Sylva, North Carolina home. 'It tastes so delicious it's hard to believe it's good for you,' she exclaims. 'And it's hearty enough to serve as a meatless main dish.' 

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Sausage Red Beans 'n' Rice

Submitted by: Thelma Dye 
This easy-to-make recipe has been a staple in my recipe file for about 10 years. My husband and I both enjoy cooking it. 

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Black Bean and Rice Enchiladas

Submitted by: Christie Ladd 
I love Mexican food, but I'm always looking for ways to make it more healthy. I 'renovated' a dish that I have enjoyed in restaurants to suit my taste and lifestyle. --Christie Ladd of Rockville, Maryland 

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Spicy Beans 'N' Rice

Submitted by: Ranae Jones 
Savory Cajun flavor zips up this quick skillet dish that's loaded with beans, tomatoes, rice and seasonings. 'It's delicious served with corn bread muffins,' notes Ranae Jones from Fort Rucker, Alabama. 

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Lentil Burritos

Submitted by: Pam Masters 
'I'm constantly trying to incorporate healthy but tasty meals into our menu,' writes Pam Masters of Derby, Kansas. 'Both kids and adults love these mildly spiced burritos that combine filling lentils with crisp zucchini.' 

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Chili Chicken 'N' Rice

Submitted by: Kathy Duke 
Tender chicken breasts on top of hearty chili and rice make for a filling and frugal meal-in-one that's only 85¢ a serving. 'Choose mild or hot chili to suit your family's taste,' suggests Kathy Duke of Anchorage, Alaska. 

Black Beans 'N' Rice

Submitted by: Helen Simms 
'A co-worker who was born in Cuba helped me perfect the recipe for this hearty dish,' reports Helen Simms of Lyons, Michigan. 'Now it's one of our family's favorites. It's also a great way to use up leftover holiday ham.' 

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Southwestern Bean and Rice Salad

Submitted by: Stephanie Liston 
'We enjoy fajitas and tacos, but finding a good side dish to go with them wasn't easy...until this recipe came along,' writes Stephenie Liston of Ankeny, Iowa. 

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Salsa Red Beans N Rice

Submitted by: Diane Harrison 
Diane Harrison of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania up this quick side dish using canned kidney beans, brown rice and salsa. It's an ideal accompaniment to Mexican-style entrees but can also be served as a meatless main dish for a light meal. 'This is a family favorite,' relates Diane. 
 
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