Spinach Rice Casserole

Name: Spinach Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 2 teaspoons italian seasoning; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 2 cups cooked rice; 10 ounces packaged frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; salt

Submitted by VeggieLiz

"For a spicier version: substitute a can of tomatoes w/ jalapenos and cilantro+cumin for the Italian seasoning. Adapted from BH&G Vegetarian Recipes (Cooking for Today)."

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Ready In:: 45mins
Ingredients:: 11
Serves:: 4

ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 teaspoons italian seasoning
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups cooked rice
10 ounces packaged frozen chopped spinach, thawed and well drained
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¹⁄₂ teaspoon pepper
salt

directions

Preheat over to 350 degrees F.
Heat oil in a large saucepan.
Cook onion and garlic in hot oil until onion is tender.
Add can of tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and beans. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes.
Stir in rice, spinach, 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, pepper, and salt to taste.
Spoon into greased 2-quart baking dish.
Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese on top.
Bake 30-40 minutes or until heater through.