MEXICAN-STYLE BROWN RICE CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Mexican-Style Brown Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by IAteMyGluestick

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 40m

Yield 1 casserole, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 spray cooking spray
4 cups cooked brown rice
1 1/4 cups salsa
1 teaspoon ground cumin
15 ounces canned refried beans
10 ounces frozen corn kernels, thawed
4 ounces canned green chili peppers, mild, diced
1 tablespoon chili powder
10 ounces frozen chopped spinach or 10 ounces collard greens, thawed and set to drain in a strainer over a bowl
3/4 cup low-fat shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 tablespoons cilantro, fresh, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF. Coat a 2-quart rectangular, round or oval baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine rice, salsa and cumin. Spoon 2 cups of rice mixture into prepared baking dish and spread out to evenly cover bottom of dish.
  • In another large bowl, combine refried beans, corn, chili peppers and chili power. Using a rubber spatula, scrape bean mixture on top of rice layer and smooth out top.
  • Squeeze out any excess water from spinach or collard greens and then spread on top of bean layer; sprinkle with 6 tablespoons of cheese. Top with remaining rice mixture and smooth out top; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Place casserole on a large rimmed baking sheet to catch any spillage. Bake until heated through and cheese is browned and bubbling, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro (if desired), cut into 6 pieces and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.8, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 14.8, Sodium 773.8, Carbohydrate 57.1, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 3.4, Protein 14.5

RIPPI RIP
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This casserole is a definite winner. I'll be making it again and again.


Wess sand Sand
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I love this casserole. It's so flavorful and versatile. I've made it with different types of beans and vegetables and it's always delicious.


Abdul Khaleque
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This casserole is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and delicious.


BiPUL Gaming
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This recipe is a lifesaver. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Debendra Karki
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This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Patricia Upatoff
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I'm not usually a fan of Mexican food, but this casserole changed my mind. It's so good!


Pretty Presh
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This dish is absolutely amazing. The combination of flavors is perfect.


Lalita Hong
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This casserole is delicious and easy to make. I highly recommend it.


TDM SAGOR
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This recipe is a keeper. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Brandy Williams
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Swabi
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This dish is so flavorful and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter night.


Afamefune Paschal
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This casserole is a great way to use up leftover rice. I also added some chopped vegetables to make it even more nutritious.


Rahaf Rafik
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This recipe is easy to follow and makes a delicious and hearty casserole. I used black beans instead of pinto beans and it turned out great.


Malik Talha Afzal Ponta
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This Mexican-style brown rice casserole was a hit with my family! The flavors were incredible. I especially loved the smoky chipotle flavor.