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                        Fiesta Rice For A Crowd

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Serving Size  : 36   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Rice

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  2       c            Onion -- chopped
    1/4   c            Butter
  4       c            Uncooked long grain rice
  2                    Cans small pitted ripe olives --
                       - drained
 28       oz           Diced tomatoes (2 cans) --
                       - undrained
  1       c            Green pepper -- chopped
  1       tb           Salt
  1       ts           Chili powder -- up to 2 ts
  1       ts           Dried oregano
    1/2   ts           Pepper
  4       c            Water
  3       c            Cheddar cheese -- shredded

 In a large skillet over medium heat, saute the onion in butter
 until tender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the next
 8 ingredients. Divide between two ungreased 13x9x2" baking pans.
 Stir 2 cups of water into each pan. Cover and bake at 350°F 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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