Tex-Mex Rice ‘N Cheese Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 40 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 50 minutes
🥄 Servings: 8
📝 Yield: Not specified
Description:
Indulge in the zesty flavors of the Southwest with this delightful Tex-Mex Rice ‘N Cheese recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this dish combines the comforting goodness of rice and cheese with a kick of Tex-Mex flair. Whether you’re hosting a fiesta or simply craving a cozy meal, this recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 6 cups Monterey Jack pepper cheese, shredded
- 1 cup corn
- 1 can (14.75 ounces) cream-style corn
- 2 scallions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). |
| 2 | Coat a 6-cup baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking. |
| 3 | Combine cooked rice, 1 cup of shredded Monterey Jack pepper cheese, corn, cream-style corn, chopped scallions, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed. |
| 4 | Transfer the rice mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. |
| 5 | Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the mixture to heat through. |
| 6 | Sprinkle the remaining shredded Monterey Jack pepper cheese evenly over the top of the rice mixture. |
| 7 | Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. |
| 8 | Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. |
| 9 | Serve hot as a delicious side dish or as a main course with your favorite Tex-Mex toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, or sliced avocado. Enjoy! |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 192.5
- Fat Content: 6.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 4.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 18.9mg
- Sodium Content: 483.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 26.4g
- Fiber Content: 0.6g
- Sugar Content: 1.2g
- Protein Content: 7.8g
Keywords:
Rice, Southwestern U.S., Less than 60 Minutes, Oven
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to customize this dish with your favorite Tex-Mex ingredients, such as diced bell peppers, jalapenos, or black beans.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.
- For a spicier version, use pepper Jack cheese or add a dash of hot sauce to the rice mixture before baking. Adjust the heat level according to your preference.
