Ingredients

  • 3 cups cooked long-grain rice
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1/2 green pepper, choppped
  • 1/2 cup celery, chopped
  • 1/2 lb mushroom, sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Method

  • Preheat oven 350 degrees.
  • Grease 2 1/2 quart casserole pan.
  • Melt butter in large skillet.
  • Saute onion, green pepper, celery, mushrooms and garlic until onion is tender and transparent.
  • Add tomatoes, seasonings and cooked rice; mix well.
  • Pour mixture into prepared casserole.
  • Sprinkle grated cheese over surface.
  • Bake about 30-35 minutes.
  • Optional ingredients: 1 cup cooked chopped ham, turkey, chicken, tuna, shrimp or peas.