ZESTY RICE 'N' BEAN CASSEROLE

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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."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 medium green peppers, chopped
1-1/2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) 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

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 10g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Ahmad Audu
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This casserole was delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Gmajom Patrick Mbalula
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This casserole was a great way to use up leftover rice and beans. It was easy to make and very tasty.


Chiquita du Plessis
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Noloyiso Mazomba
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This casserole was easy to make and very flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


cute boy Ali Hunain
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This casserole was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I would use less chili powder next time.


joseph mugo
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I loved the zesty flavor of this casserole. It was a perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Terry Owens
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This casserole was a great way to use up leftover rice and beans. It was easy to make and very tasty.


Ovi Raj
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This casserole was way too spicy for my liking. I would use less chili powder next time.


Prabindon1 Kera
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This casserole was too dry. I would add more liquid next time.


Faiso Xaashi
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This casserole was a bit bland for my taste. I would add more spices next time.


Ja Simon
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This casserole was delicious! I will definitely be making it again.


Maizvandrir Asheq
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved it.


Babu Lama
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This casserole was a hit with my family. They loved the zesty flavor.


Jesse Mavis
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This casserole was easy to make and very flavorful. I would definitely make it again.


Nanyonga Martha
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I'm not a big fan of casseroles, but this one was really good. The flavors were well-balanced and the texture was perfect.


Nancy Vincent
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This casserole was a great way to use up leftover rice and beans. It was easy to make and very tasty. I would definitely make it again.


shohag shohag
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I made this casserole for my family and they all loved it. It was easy to make and very flavorful.


Vijay Kumar Mahra Vijay Kumar Mahra 7777
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This casserole was delicious! The rice and beans were cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Fondzeyuv Rawlings
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I've made this casserole a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's easy to make and the leftovers are just as good.


Adrian Kruger
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This casserole was a hit at our potluck! Everyone loved how zesty and flavorful it was. I will definitely be making this again.