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Lentil and Rice Casserole

Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Basil, Brown Rice, Casserole, Cheddar Cheese, Cheese, Chili Powder, Garlic Powder, Lentils, Onion, Onions, Oregano, Rice, Thyme
Cooking Method Oven
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 236kcal
Author Adapted from Maine EFNEP

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole Dish

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Broth Chicken or vegetable; low-sodium
  • ¾ cup Lentils Dried Lentils
  • ½ cup Brown Rice Dry Brown Rice
  • ¾ cup Onion Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Basil
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • ½ teaspoon Oregano
  • 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Chili Powder
  • ½ cup Cheddar Cheese Grated

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300°F.
  • Combine all ingredients in a casserole dish, cover with lid or foil, and bake for 1 hour.
  • Remove from oven, sprinkle cheddar cheese, return to oven uncovered, bake until cheese is bubbly- about 10 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 737mg | Potassium: 576mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 195IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 151mg | Iron: 4mg