Ingredients
1 spray(s)cooking spray (0 Points)
4 cup(s) long grain cooked brown rice (29 Points)
1¼ cup(s)fat free salsa 90 Points)
1 tsp ground cumin (0 Points)
15 oz canned refried beans (9 Points)
10 oz frozen corn kernels, thawed (8 Points)
4 oz canned green chili peppers, mild, diced (0 Points)
1 Tbs pchili powder (1 Points)
10 oz chopped frozen spinach, or collard greens, thawed and set to drain in a strainer over a bowl (0 Points)
¾ cup(s) low fat shredded cheddar cheese, divided (3 Points)
2 Tbsp cilantro, fresh, chopped (optional; for garnish) (0 Points)
Directions
Preheat oven to 375ºF. Coat a 2-quart rectangular, round or oval baking dish with cooking spray
In a large bowl, combine rice, salsa and cumin. Spoon 2 cups of rice mixture into prepared baking dish and spread out to evenly cover bottom of dish.
In another large bowl, combine refried beans, corn, chili peppers and chili power. Using a rubber spatula, scrape bean mixture on top of rice layer and smooth out top.
Squeeze out any excess water from spinach or collard greens and then spread on top of bean layer; sprinkle with 6 Tbsp cheese. Top with remaining rice mixture and smooth out top; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Place casserole on a large rimmed baking sheet to catch any spillage. Bake until heated through and cheese is browned and bubbling, about 30 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro (if desired), cut into 6 pieces and serve.
Serving size: 1 piece
Notes
Leftover brown rice works well in this dish. Or save time by picking some up at your local Chinese restaurant.