One-Dish Burrito Casserola

Serves: 8
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 55 mins

Burritos, rice and a flavorful sauce will make this easy dish a family favorite.

3 cups cooked instant rice
3/4 cup chunky salsa- medium
1/2 cup water
8 El Monterey Beef and Bean Burritos- frozen*
3/4 cup chunky salsa- medium
8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
3 oz. of canned sliced olives, drained
1/4 cup chopped green onions

* Also delicous with Bean and Cheese- no need to thaw burritos. Any prepared Mexican rice mix can be substituted for rice salsa mixture.

Preheat oven to 350F

1. Spray 9"x11" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Combine instant rice, 3/4 cup salsa and water directly in the prepared pan; then spread mixture evenly to cover bottom of pan.
3. Arrange burritos evenly over rice mixture and top with 3/4 cup salsa.
4. Bake for 45-50 min covered.
5. Remove from oven. Sprinkle with shredded cheese, and garnish with olives and green onion. Serves eight.