Brazilian-Inspired Creamy Rice Casserole

Yield 25 Servings

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.

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.

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