Cheesy Bean And Rice Casserole Recipe

Name: Cheesy Bean And Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. uncooked brown rice; 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 3 Tbsp. butter; 1 c. chopped onion; 1/2 c. chopped green pepper; 1/3 c. chopped celery; 1 (16 oz.) can whole tomatoes (1/3 c. liquid set aside); 2 tsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. salt; 8 oz. sliced Cheddar cheese; 1/3 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1
Cook rice according to directions.
2
Combine rice and kidney beans; set aside.
3
In a large skillet, melt butter; add onion, green pepper and celery.
4
Cook until tender.
5
Stir in tomatoes (reserving 1/3 cup liquid), chili powder and salt.
6
Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes, chopping up tomatoes and stirring.
7
Place 1/2 of rice mixture on bottom of greased 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
8
Top with 1/2 of sliced cheese and 1/3 of tomato mixture.
9
Repeat cheese and tomato layers.
10
Top with remaining rice mixture and remaining 1/3 cup liquid.
11
Bake at 350u00b0 for 45 minutes.
12
Remove from oven and sprinkle with grated cheese.
13
Return to oven until cheese is melted.

672

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. uncooked brown rice, 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained, 3 Tbsp. butter, 1 c. chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Bean And Rice Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Bean And Rice Casserole

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