Shelly's Recipe

CHEESY RICE CASSEROLE

Category: Rice/Risotto

4 cups hot, cooked, long-grain rice
8 ounces process cheese spread, such as Velveeta, melted
1 (4 oz) can chopped green chiles, drained
1 cup chunky-style salsa
1 cup shredded Colby-Jack cheese
1/2 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese
Garnishes: chopped green onion, smoked paprika (optional)

Preheat oven to 350. Lightly coat a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside.
In a large bowl, combine rice, Velveeta, chiles, and salsa, stirring well.
Spoon rice mixture into prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle shredded cheeses evenly over top of casserole.

Bake for 20 minutes, or until hot and cheese is melted. Garnish with green onion and smoked paprika, if desired. Serves 8