Here's a yummy recipe that combines WIC foods in a new way. It's one of our favorites!
Lentil Rice Casserole
*WIC foods
5 servings
Ingredients
3/4 c dry lentils*
3/4 c chopped onion*
1/2 c uncooked brown rice*
3 1/4 c water (or broth)
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/4 tsp each dried oregano, thyme, salt
1/8 tsp ground black pepper
1/8 tsp garlic powder (or 1 clove minced fresh garlic)
1/2-1 c drained diced tomato* (optional)
1-1 1/2 c shredded low-fat cheddar cheese* (4-6 ounces)
Set oven to 350
oF. Combine all ingredients except cheese. Add half cheese and stir. Turn into greased baking dish. Bake covered for 1 1/2 hours. Sprinkle with remaining cheese on top and return to oven until cheese is melted.
Nutrition information per serving: calories 250; protein 18 grams; carbohydrates 35 grams; fat 5 grams; sodium 340 milligrams
Alternatively, stuff filling into a halved and roasted acorn or delicata squash. You can even bake the squash at the same time the filling is cooking.
