Zesty Rice 'N' Bean Casserole Recipe
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Zesty Rice 'N' Bean Casserole

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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Prep Time:
35 Min
Cook Time:
15 Min
Ready In:
50 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 2 medium green peppers, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon canola oil
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 3/4 cup uncooked long grain rice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided

Directions

  1. In a large nonstick skillet, saute the green peppers, mushrooms, onion and garlic in water and oil until onion is tender. Add the tomatoes, beans, rice and seasonings. bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 25 minutes or until rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Remove from the heat; stir in 1/2 cup cheese.
  2. Transfer to a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Footnotes

  • Nutritional Analysis: One serving (1 cup) equals 195 calories, 7 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 392 mg sodium, 33 g carbohydrate, 7 g fiber, 10 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 3, 2008 by Becki67 
This was great. The only real change I made to it was using frozen corn in place of the green... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 30, 2007 by FOODGU1 
Yum! I really, really enjoyed this delicious, filling dish! I agree, however, that a little... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 20, 2006 by sandoienotsandy 
I don't eat beans, but I made this for my husand and he LOVES it-- one of his fave casseroles,... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 29, 2007 by R L 
Overall very good, but the cooking time wasn't long enough to cook the rice completely - I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2007 by FOODCHICK23 
Quick, easy, tasty. Mozzarella cheese is a nice change from the standard Cheddar. I sprinkled... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 16, 2008 by Jackie 
I thought this was a great dish! It was a hit at the dinner table. I added a little more of... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 16, 2008 by Thisni Caza Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Very good. I used Lundford Wild/Brown Rice and shredded pepper jack cheese. For me, this was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 6, 2007 by LPHILLIPS9 
Not bad.. I prepared a big fat chicken for the grill and had some time to make another side... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 17, 2008 by terryslady 
This recipe was pretty good. In the future I will add shredded chicken and more tomatoes. MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 21, 2009 by emplaye 
I have made this twice in the past week. Great for entertaining - you can even make it ahead... MORE

 
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