*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         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
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   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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