Nif's Wild Rice Casserole

An excellent dish that is always a hit during family gatherings, even with the vegetarians! You can also cut the amount of cheese and it's a really healthy dish and vegan as well. Make the rice ahead of time. It can take a while for those little guys to cook and open. Enjoy!

• Ready In: 1 hr 20 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1  cup wild rice, cook as directed to equal almost 4 cups cooked
• 2  teaspoons olive oil
• 1⁄2 lb mushroom, sliced
• 1⁄2 cup onion, chopped
• 1  cup  old cheddar cheese, grated
• 1 (19 ounce) can tomatoes, diced (juice too)
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  cup water
• 1⁄4 cup  slivered almonds, toasted (optional)

Directions

1. Saute mushrooms and onions in olive oil over medium heat in a nonstick pan.
2. Mix all ingredients and add to 2 quart casserole dish and cover. Bake 1 hour at 350°F.
3. Sprinkle toasted almonds on top (optional). I use them.