Tex-Mex Rice & Bean Bake Recipe!

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 cups cooked brown or white rice
• 1/4 cup fat-free cholersteral free egg product
• 1 1/2 cups picante sauce
• 1 cup shredded reduced fat chedder cheese (4 ounces)
• 1 can (15-16 oz) pinto beans, drained
• 1/4 tsp chili powder

DIRECTIONS:

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Spray square baking dish, 8x8x2 inches, with nonstick cooking spray.
3. Mix rice, egg product, 1/2 cup of the picante sauce and 1/2 cup of the cheese; press in bottom of baking dish.
4. Mix beans and remaining 1 cup picante sauce; spoon over rice mixture.
5. Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese and the chili powder.
6. Bake uncovered 30-35 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. 6 servings

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