Cheesy Beans and Rice

This is a great recipe that kids love.....and it's a great way to get them eating legumes.

1 cup uncooked long grain brown rice
1 can (16 oz) navy beans, rinsed
1 large onion, diced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 can (about 14 oz) diced tomatoes with liquid
2 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp sea salt
1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1. Cook rice according to package directions. Transfer to a bowl and add beans.
2. In a non stick skillet, sautee onions in oil for about 4 mins. Stir in tomatoes, chili powder and salt. Bring to a boil and remove from heat.
3. Coat an 8" square baking dish with oil or butter. Layer the following: rice/bean mixture, cheese, and tomato/onion mixture. Repeat layers until ingredients are used up. Reserve 1/4 cup of cheese for later.
4. Cover and bake at 350 F for 30 mins or until heated throughout. Uncover, sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake 10 mins longer.

Let stand for 10 mins. before serving

Taken and adapted from Feed Me I'm Hungry