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Fiesta Cheese Rice Recipe

"I usually serve this spicy rice side dish alongside chicken enchiladas or tacos for a great Mexican meal," writes Sarah Rodefeld of Maud, Oklahoma.

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8 Servings
Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients

3 cups uncooked instant rice
3 cups water
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
3/4 cup sour cream
1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Directions

In a bowl, combine the rice, water, tomatoes and bouillon; mix well. Pour into a greased 2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Cover and microwave on high for 10 minutes. Stir in the sour cream and 1/2 cup of cheese; mix well. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Cover and microwave for 45 seconds or until cheese is melted. Yield: 8 servings.

Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 268 calories, 10 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 38 mg cholesterol, 591 mg sodium, 34 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 8 g protein.

Fiesta Cheese Rice published in Quick Cooking March/April 2002, p55