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Rice and Bean Casserole with Sweet Potatoes

Wholesome Rice and Bean Casserole with Sweet Potatoes Delight

This comforting Rice and Bean Casserole with Sweet Potatoes is a nourishing vegetarian dish that's easy to prepare and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 1 cup Brown Rice Provides a wholesome base.
  • 1 can Black Beans Drained and rinsed.
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes Diced.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Chopped.
Cooking and Flavor
  • 1.5 cups Vegetable Broth Simmering liquid.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For sautéing.
Topping
  • 1-2 cups Cheddar Cheese Shredded.
Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking dish
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté for about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in diced sweet potatoes and chopped red bell pepper, cooking for 7-10 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.
  4. Add drained black beans, cooked brown rice, cumin, chili powder, and paprika, mixing thoroughly.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, then cover with aluminum foil.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
  9. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Rinse canned beans to reduce saltiness and cut sweet potatoes to uniform sizes for even cooking.

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