Southwest Vegetarian Bake

By dashy_65

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup uncooked brown rice
• 1-1/2 cups water
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (11 ounces) Mexicorn, drained
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies
• 1 cup salsa
• 1 cup (8 ounces) reduced-fat sour cream
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
• 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, bring rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until tender.

In a large bowl, combine the beans, Mexicorn, tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, cheddar cheese, pepper and rice. Transfer to a shallow 2-1/2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with onion and olives.

Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30 minutes. Sprinkle with Mexican cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Yield: 8 servings.

284 cal, 10g fat, 899mg sod, 7g fiber, 37g carb