Brazilian-Inspired Creamy Rice Casserole

This recipe is inspired by a traditional Brazilian Creamy Rice Casserole  and is a vegetarian version of this popular one-pot dish.  This creamy, cheesy rice casserole omits the ham and bacon found in traditional versions. This recipe full of veggies and black beans which makes it a great option for Meatless Monday.

Check out the printable bulk recipe PDF and printable home recipe PDF for more information including additional portion yields.

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a steam table pan with pan release.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, carrots, corn, spinach, beans, pineapple juice, mozzarella cheese, salt, and black pepper.
3. In a separate bowl, combine soft cream cheese and yogurt until fully incorporated.
4. Add cream cheese mixture with the rice mixture and combine.
5. Place rice mixture in a prepared steam table pan and top with Parmesan cheese. Bake in the oven until Parmesan cheese is golden brown.
6. Hold at 135°F. or warmer. (CCP)
7. Serve a 6 oz portion using a #6 scoop.

*PDF includes meal pattern contribution and additional nutritional information