*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         Fiesta Rice For A Crowd

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

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   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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