Easy Layered Beans and Rice

Vegetarian recipes frequently call for dried beans. In combination with a grain (such as rice) and vegetables, beans are a source of protein. The beans and rice recipe below is a good example. The Tofu Burritos are a quick fix taking only 15 minutes from start to finish!

1 cup long grain white rice, uncooked 4 sun-dried tomato halves, cut into small pieces  1 can (8 ounces) corn, drained 1-1/4 cups vegetable broth, boiling 2 cups low fat (2 grams or less per 1/2 cup) meatless spaghetti sauce 1 can (16 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed, drained 1 cup shredded low fat (5 grams or less per ounce) mozzarella cheese 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese

Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray 2-quart casserole dish with vegetable oil spray. Spread rice in prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with sun-dried tomatoes. Spread corn over tomatoes. Gently pour broth over corn. Spoon beans over sauce, followed by remaining sauce. Cover and bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes. Uncover, sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Return to oven, uncovered, and bake until cheese melts and begins to brown, about 5 or 10 minutes.