Mexican Lentil Casserole
From Easy Beans.
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INGREDIENTS
Nutrition- 2tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1
- 1
- 3
- 4cups water
- 1
- 1 1⁄2
- 1(6 ounce) can tomato paste
- 1(1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
- 1
- 1⁄2cup crushed tortilla chips
- 1⁄2
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DIRECTIONS
- In a large saucepan, saute the onions, green peppers, and celery in heated oil over medium heat for 5 minutes.
- Add in the water; bring to a boil.
- Stir in the lentils; cover, lower heat, and simmer 40 minutes (do not drain).
- Transfer lentil mixture to a large bowl; add in cooked rice, tomato paste, taco seasoning mix, and chili powder; stir to combine.
- Transfer mixture to a lightly greased medium-sized casserole dish.
- Bake, uncovered, in a 350° oven for 20 minutes.
- Sprinkle tortilla chips and cheese on top.
- Bake another 5 minutes or until cheese melts.
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