Fiesta Rice For A Crowd

* Exported from MasterCook *

FIESTA RICE FOR A CROWD

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Serving Size : 36 Preparation Time :0:00
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Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 c Chopped onion
1/4 c Butter or margarine
4 c Uncooked long grain rice
2 cn Small pitted ripe olives.
- drained
2 cn Tomatoes with liquid (28 oz)
- cut up
1 c Chopped green pepper
1 tb Salt
1 t Chili powder (or up to 2 t.)
1 t Dried oregano
1/2 ts Pepper
4 c Water
3 c Shredded cheddar cheese

In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the onion
in butter until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir
in the next eight ingredients. Divide between 2
ungreased 13"x9"x2" baking pans. Stir 2 cups of water
into each pan. Cover and bake at 350 for 1 1/2 hours.
Uncover; sprinkle with cheese. Return to the oven for
5 to 10 minutes or until cheese melts.



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