Vegetarian Brown Rice Casserole |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 5 Minutes |
Ready In: 5 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Vegetarian main dishes often require hours of chopping veggies, and a laundry list of ingredients – but not in this dish. This easy casserole turns a can of vegetarian lentil soup into a hearty casserole with the help of nutritious, ready-to-serve whole-grain brown rice, canned vegetables, and cheddar cheese. Read more . Because the ingredients go into the casserole already cooked (canned vegetables are simply cooked vegetables in a can), all they need is a few minutes in a microwave oven before they are delightfully done and ready to serve. Ingredients:
1 can (19 oz) ready-to-serve lentil soup |
1 package (about 9 oz) ready-to-serve brown rice |
1 can (7.75 oz) unsalted mixed vegetables, drained |
1 large or 2 small canned roasted red peppers, diced |
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided |
Directions:
1. Combine soup, rice, mixed vegetables, peppers and 6 tablespoons of the cheddar cheese in a 2-quart, microwave-safe casserole or baking dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and level the top of the mixture. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons cheddar cheese. 2. Cover and cook in a microwave oven at full power until heated through and the cheese on top melts, about 5 minutes. 3. Uncover and cool for 1 minute before serving. |
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