Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. raw brown rice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 3 1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 c. (4 oz.) green chili peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 1/2 c. dry black beans
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1/2 lb. Ricotta cheese, thinned with 1/4 c. milk

Method

  • Cook rice and beans using package directions. Saute garlic and onion in oil until soft.
  • Mix Ricotta with 3 cups of the Jack cheese.
  • Layer this mixture alternately in a greased, shallow 12-cup casserole with cheese and Ricotta spread evenly over casserole.
  • End with rice mixture. Bake at 350° for 1/2 hour. During the last 5 minutes, top with remaining Jack cheese and finish baking. Serves 6.