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Pepper Jack Rice Bake

Pepper Jack Rice Bake: A Zesty Comfort Food Delight

This Pepper Jack Rice Bake combines creamy goodness with vibrant peppers for a comforting dish that's perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bake
  • 2 tablespoons Oil can substitute with butter or olive oil
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper finely chopped
  • 1 medium Onion use white or yellow onion
  • 3 cups Cooked Rice any type of cooked rice
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be an alternative
  • 1 can Cream of Celery Soup substitute with any cream soup
  • 1 can Chopped Green Chiles for more spice, use jalapeños
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels fresh or frozen
  • 2 cups Pepper Jack Cheese shredded; mozzarella or cheddar can be used for a different taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat oil over high heat. Add red bell pepper and onion, sauté for 8 minutes until softened.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, sour cream, cream of celery soup, green chiles, and corn. Fold in sautéed vegetables and 1 cup of Pepper Jack cheese.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and bake covered with foil for 30 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
  6. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated for convenience.

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