Black-Eyed Pea Casserole

Ingredients

• 2 (6 ounce) packages long grain and wild rice blend
• 2 lbs ground beef
• 2 medium onions, chopped
• 2 small green peppers, chopped
• 4 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black-eyed peas with jalapenos, rinsed and drained
• 2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
• 1 1/3 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, cook the rice mixes according to package directions.

2. 2

   Iin a large skillet, cook the beef, onions and green peppers over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink;

3. 3

   Drain.

4. 4

   .

5. 5

   In a large bowl, combine the peas, soup, rice and the beef mixture.

6. 6

   Transfer to two greased 2 1/2 quart baking dishes.

7. 7

   Cover

8. 8

   Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes or until heated through.

9. 9

   Uncover.

10. 10

    Sprinkle with cheese.

11. 11

    Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.