Cuban Shrimp Casserole (Caserola De Camarones) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

16 ounces shrimp, cooked and peeled
2 (14 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
1 onion, minced
1 green pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, pressed
2 tablespoons butter
salt and pepper
2 cups cooked white rice
1/2 cup monterey jack cheese (optional)

Preparation

Saute the onion, garlic and green pepper in the butter.
Add the shrimp, salt and pepper.
Stir in the canned tomatoes.
Add the cooked rice.
Place in casserole dish and bake at 375oF for 30 minutes.
If desired, sprinkle cheese on top.
Let cool for five minutes, then serve.