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PINTO BEAN AND RICE CASSEROLE
This casserole is quick and simple. It tastes great with tortilla chips.-Linda Emery, Bearden, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a 1-1/2-qt. casserole, combine the beans, picante sauce, rice, beef and half the cheese. Bake at 350°, uncovered, for about 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Serve with tortilla chips if desired.
Nutrition Facts :
PINTO BEAN CASSEROLE
-Sherry Lee, Shelby, Alabama
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Crush tortilla chips and sprinkle into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, combine the beans, corn, tomatoes, tomato sauce and taco seasoning. Pour over chips. Sprinkle with cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 18-25 minutes or until heated through. Serve with lettuce, sour cream and salsa if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 13g protein.
SLOW-COOKER PINTO BEANS
I love pinto beans, but I always feel the flavor can easily turn too bland. I added a little this and a little that and came out with this amazing but easy slow-cooker pinto beans recipe. -Erica Vanderpool, Clarksville, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 8h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Sort beans and rinse in cold water. Add beans to a greased 3-qt. slow cooker. Add the next 10 ingredients; stir., Cook, covered, on high 2 hours. Reduce heat to low; cook until beans are tender, 6-7 hours. Serve with slotted spoon. If desired, top with fresh thyme sprigs. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled beans in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a covered saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1043mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 12g protein.
PINTO BEAN CASSEROLE WITH HATCH CHILES
This pinto bean casserole makes a great side dish to be served with your Mexican dinner or serve it with chips as an appetizer.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Beans and Peas Pinto Beans
Time 1h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a casserole dish.
- Melt bacon grease in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chorizo, onion, and bell pepper; cook and stir until browned and crumbly, 7 to 8 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add pinto beans and salsa verde; mash most of the beans. Season with salt.
- Spread 1/2 of the bean mixture in the bottom of the prepared casserole. Layer with 1/2 of the chile peppers and 1/2 of the cheese. Repeat layers once. Cover with foil.
- Bake in the preheated oven until thoroughly heated, about 30 minutes. Remove foil and turn on the broiler. Broil until cheese starts to turn golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 41.9 mg, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 15.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.5 g, Sodium 823.5 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of beans to add flavor and texture to your casserole. Black beans, kidney beans, and white beans are all great options.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and seasonings. Cumin, chili powder, and paprika are all classic choices, but you can also try adding things like oregano, thyme, or even cinnamon.
- Make sure to cook the chicken thoroughly before adding it to the casserole. This will help to prevent the chicken from drying out.
- If you're short on time, you can use canned beans instead of dried beans. Just be sure to rinse them well before using.
- Serve the casserole with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Conclusion:
Pinto bean and chicken casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this casserole a try.
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