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                        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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