CHEESY BEANS & RICE

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I'm always looking for delicious meatless dishes as we try to transition to a more plant based lifestyle. We had a bunch of leftover beans from the Vegetarian Mexican pizzas we made earlier in the week, and we had exactly 1 cup of rice left in the pantry so I came up with this. It was delicious! I've been told turmeric is a weird...

Provided by Amy H.

Categories     Casseroles

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 oz onion, finely chopped
2 clove garlic, minced
1 small bell pepper, seeded and finely chopped (use whatever color you prefer)
1 can(s) (4 oz.) diced green chilis, undrained
1 can(s) petite diced tomatoes, undrained
1 c uncooked long grain white rice
2 c vegetable broth
2 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp turmeric
salt & pepper to taste
1 can(s) (15 oz.) kidney beans, drained & rinsed
1 can(s) (15 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 c frozen corn
1/4 c fresh, chopped cilantro
1 c shredded cheese (whatever you like) we prefer colby-jack for this dish

Steps:

  • 1. In a deep iron skillet, heat olive oil. Saute onions and peppers until softened. Add garlic and cook another min.
  • 2. Add rice and spices (not cilantro). Saute until browned and fragrant.
  • 3. Add green chilis and tomatoes and vegetable broth to pan. Stir to combine.
  • 4. Lower heat, cover and cook for about 20-25 minutes until rice is done.
  • 5. When rice finishes cooking, add beans, corn and chopped fresh cilantro Stir to combine.
  • 6. Add more salt & pepper and/or spices to taste if needed.
  • 7. Topped with grated cheese and move to oven. Bake at 350 for 5 minutes or just until cheese is melted.

Keda Kedo
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This recipe is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's quick, easy, and delicious. I always have the ingredients on hand.


Moiz Memon
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I made this dish for my family last night, and they loved it! Even my picky eater cleaned his plate.


Rajkumar Chaudhary
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This is a great recipe for a potluck or party. It's easy to make ahead of time, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kintu Imran Ashraf
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I'm not usually a fan of beans, but this dish was surprisingly good. The cheese and rice really balance out the flavor of the beans.


Mattie Houston
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This dish is a keeper! It's simple, delicious, and affordable. What more could you ask for?


Sanita
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Overall, this is a solid recipe. It's easy to make and tastes great. I'll definitely be making it again.


Emihle mpandlani
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This was a bit too cheesy for me, but my kids loved it.


Nulu Bady
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Not a fan of the texture of the beans. Otherwise, it was a good dish.


Aarix Thapa
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The cheesy beans and rice were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Shawon BD
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also really affordable, which is a plus.


Catsarecute
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I love how versatile this dish is. I've made it with different types of beans and rice, and it's always turned out great.


Abaid Don
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This was my first time making cheesy beans and rice, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish was delicious.


Joy Op
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's simple to make, but it tastes like it took hours to prepare.


TAIBO JOSLINE
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This dish was an absolute delight! The combination of flavors was spot-on, with the cheese and beans complementing each other perfectly. The rice was cooked to perfection, and the whole dish came together beautifully.