Maz'S Rice & Beans Casserole

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 cup uncooked white rice
• 1 cup chicken or 1 cup beef broth
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (4 ounce) can mild diced green chilies
• 1 (12 ounce) package shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 2 1 lb hamburger or 1 1/2 cups diced ham

1. In a stockpot over medium-high heat, heat the oil.
2. Add the onion, celery, and garlic and saute for 4 minute.
3. Add the rice and saute for 2 minute.
4. Add broth, tomatoes and spices.
5. Bring to a boil, cover and lower the heat and cook for 20 minute.
6. Pre-heat oven to 350 deg.
7. Brown meat and drain.
8. Add beans and green chilies to meat and heat.
9. Add to rice mixture when done and combine.
10. Place all ingredients in a 9 x 13 casserole.
11. Sprinkle cheese on top.
12. Cook in oven for 20 minute.

olive oil, onion, stalks celery, garlic, white rice, chicken, tomatoes, ground cumin, ground coriander, pinto beans, green chilies, blend cheese, hamburger

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/mazs-rice-beans-casserole-73647 (may not work)