Fiesta rice for a crowd

 
                          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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