Cheesy Bean and Rice Casserole

Cheesy Bean and Rice Casserole
Cheesy Bean and Rice Casserole might be just the main course you are searching for. This recipe serves 4. One serving contains 401 calories, 21g of protein, and 15g of fat. It will be a hit at your Autumn event. If you have kidney beans, chili powder, hot sauce, and a few other ingredients on hand, you can make it. To use up the evaporated milk you could follow this main course with the Avocado Milkshake as a dessert. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 30 minutes.

Instructions

1
Cook rice blend according to package directions; drain and set aside.
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While rice blend cooks, combine flour and 1/2 cup milk; stir until smooth.
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3
Combine flour mixture, remaining 1 cup milk, salt, pepper, and hot sauce in a medium saucepan; stir well. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and bubbly.
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4
Remove from heat and add cheese; stir until cheese melts.
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Combine rice blend, cheese mixture, and beans in an 11- x 7- x 1 1/2-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
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Combine breadcrumbs and chili powder; sprinkle over rice mixture. Coat with cooking spray and microwave at HIGH 9 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
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DifficultyMedium
Ready In30 m.
Servings4
Health Score19
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