HappyCook80's Recipe

Baked Rice with Cheese and Green Chilies

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Spicy Baked Rice with Cheese and Green Chili's

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cups cooked brown rice, from about 1 1/2 cups raw
8 ounces grated organic cheddar cheese or cheddar-style soy cheese
1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese, preferably organic
1 to 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced, or one to two 4 ounce cans chopped mild green chili's
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
Heat the oil in a small skillet. Add the onion and saute over low heat until lightly browned.

In a mixing bowl, combine the onion with the rice and all the remaining ingredients. Stir together thoroughly. Pour the mixture into a lightly oiled, 1 1/2 quart baking casserole. Bake for 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Makes 6 servings.