Vegetarian Brown Rice Casserole

• 1 can (19 oz) ready-to-serve lentil soup
• 1 package (about 9 oz) ready-to-serve brown rice
• 1 can (7.75 oz) unsalted mixed vegetables, drained
• 1 large or 2 small canned roasted red peppers, diced
• 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided

1. Preparation Time: Approximately 7 minutes
2. Cook Time: Approximately 5 minutes
3. Preparation:
4. Combine soup, rice, mixed vegetables, peppers and 6 tablespoons of the cheddar cheese in a 2-quart, microwave-safe casserole or baking dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and level the top of the mixture. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons cheddar cheese.
5. Cover and cook in a microwave oven at full power until heated through and the cheese on top melts, about 5 minutes.
6. Uncover and cool for 1 minute before serving.
7. Total cost: $7.00
8. Nutritional Information Per Serving:
9. Calories 230; Total fat 8g; Saturated fat 3.5g; Cholesterol 15mg; Sodium 640mg; Carbohydrate 29g; Fiber 5g; Protein 10g; Vitamin A 110%DV*; Vitamin C 15%DV; Calcium 20%DV; Iron 15%DV
10. *Daily Value

ready, ready, vegetables, red peppers, cheddar cheese

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/vegetarian-brown-rice-casserole-50070158 (may not work)