Brown Rice & Lentil Casserole


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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 6
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 163.6
  • Total Fat: 6.6 g
  • Cholesterol: 19.8 mg
  • Sodium: 400.2 mg
  • Total Carbs: 16.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.0 g
  • Protein: 10.4 g

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Introduction

A very easy, tasty casserole with whole grains, beans and vegetables. And cheese, of course! A very easy, tasty casserole with whole grains, beans and vegetables. And cheese, of course!
Number of Servings: 6

Ingredients

    3/4 c. dry lentils, rinsed
    3/4 c. uncooked brown rice
    16 oz. package frozen green beans or broccoli cuts
    2 1/2 - 3 c. reduced sodium chicken, beef or vegetable broth
    1 c. shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

Heat oven to 350.


Mix lentils, rice, and broth in a 9x9 glass pan. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for one hour.


If needed, add an additional 1/2 cup of broth. Stir in frozen green beans and top with cheddar cheese. Recover and bake an additional 30 minutes.


Broil on medium, uncovered, for a couple minutes to brown the cheese if desired.

Serves 6.
Excellent with fish and chicken, or reheated on its own for lunch!

Number of Servings: 6

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user CAYODER.

Member Ratings For This Recipe


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    Incredible!
    Really tasty!! Thanks for sharing! - 2/25/11