Bean And Rice Casserole With A Kick Recipe

Ingredients for Bean And Rice Casserole With A Kick

• 1 cup brown rice
• Black Beans
• Garlic
• Onion
• Diced Green Chilies
• Cottage Cheese
• Reduced Fat Monterey Jack Cheese
• Salt

How to Make Bean And Rice Casserole With A Kick

1. Cook 1 cup brown rice according to package directions.
2. While rice cooks, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained; 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen); 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more, to taste); and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Add the cooked brown rice to the skillet and stir to combine.
5. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish.
6. Bake, uncovered, at 350°F (175°C) for 35 minutes.
7. Cover the casserole and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until heated through and bubbly.