Maz'S Rice & Beans Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 teaspoon olive oil
1 onion, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup uncooked white rice
1 cup chicken or 1 cup beef broth
1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (4 ounce) can mild diced green chilies
1 (12 ounce) package shredded Mexican blend cheese
2 1 lb hamburger or 1 1/2 cups diced ham

Preparation

In a stockpot over medium-high heat, heat the oil.
Add the onion, celery, and garlic and saute for 4 minute.
Add the rice and saute for 2 minute.
Add broth, tomatoes and spices.
Bring to a boil, cover and lower the heat and cook for 20 minute.
Pre-heat oven to 350 deg.
Brown meat and drain.
Add beans and green chilies to meat and heat.
Add to rice mixture when done and combine.
Place all ingredients in a 9 x 13 casserole.
Sprinkle cheese on top.
Cook in oven for 20 minute.