Spanish Rice Casserole Recipe

Preparation Time: 35 Mins.
Total Time to Serve: 55 Mins.
Servings: 8

INGREDIENTS

1 cup white rice
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 chopped onions
4 stalks chopped celery
3 chopped red or green peppers
1 bag
1 (28 oz.) can seasoned, diced tomatoes
1 (4.5 oz) can chopped green chilies
1/2 cup grated Romano pecorino cheese
4 ounces shredded provolone cheese

DIRECTIONS

1. In a large saucepan, heat rice in oil until slightly brown. Add onions,
celery and peppers. Cook until vegetables are soft. Add 1 cup of water to pan, cover and cook until rice is tender and has absorbed the water. Add , tomatoes, chilies and Romano pecorino cheese. Mix well.

2. Transfer to a 9 x 13 glass baking dish, or a 3-quart casserole, coated with cooking spray and top with shredded provolone cheese.

3. Bake at 375° F for 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and casserole is bubbly.