Southwestern Rice Dish Recipe

I typically double this recipe for your family!

Ingredients

• 3 cups cooked brown or white rice
• 1/2 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
• 1-1/4 cups sour cream
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies (or 2 whole green chilies seeded and chopped)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• Sliced black olives, chopped tomatoes and green onions, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the rice, beef, sour cream, 3/4 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, 3/4 cup of cheddar cheese, chilies, salt and pepper. Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Serve with olives, tomatoes and onions if desired.