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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 1 Minutes |
Ready In: 21 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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From Easy Beans. Ingredients:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil |
1 medium onion, chopped |
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped |
3 stalks celery, chopped |
4 cups water |
1 cup dried lentils (green or brown) |
1 1/2 cups cooked rice (brown rice is recommended) |
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste |
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix |
1 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste) |
1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips |
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese |
Directions:
1. In a large saucepan, saute the onions, green peppers, and celery in heated oil over medium heat for 5 minutes. 2. Add in the water; bring to a boil. 3. Stir in the lentils; cover, lower heat, and simmer 40 minutes (do not drain). 4. Transfer lentil mixture to a large bowl; add in cooked rice, tomato paste, taco seasoning mix, and chili powder; stir to combine. 5. Transfer mixture to a lightly greased medium-sized casserole dish. 6. Bake, uncovered, in a 350° oven for 20 minutes. 7. Sprinkle tortilla chips and cheese on top. 8. Bake another 5 minutes or until cheese melts. |
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