Southwestern Rice Bake

Name: Southwestern Rice Bake
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked brown or white rice; 1/2 pound ground beef, cooked and drained; 1-1/4 cups sour cream; 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided; 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; Sliced ripe olives, chopped tomatoes and green onions, optional

9 ingredients

2 steps

Ingredients

3 cups cooked brown or white rice
1/2 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
1-1/4 cups sour cream
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Sliced ripe olives, chopped tomatoes and green onions, optional

Directions

1

In a large bowl, combine the rice, beef, sour cream, 3/4 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, 3/4 cup of cheddar cheese, chilies, salt and pepper.
2

Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Serve with olives, tomatoes and onions if desired.