Swiss Chard, Black-Eyed Pea & Rice Casserole
By Paula Deen
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Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 25 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Servings: 8 to 10
Ingredients
- 2½ cups water
- 1 cup Brown rice
- 1 cup frozen black-eyed peas
- 4 tablespoons Butter, divided
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 12 cups chopped Swiss chard
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 10 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups breadcrumbs
Directions
In a large saucepan, combine water, rice, peas, 2 tablespoons butter, salt, and red pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add Swiss chard and garlic; cook 6 to 8 minutes, or until wilted. Add to rice mixture, stirring to combine. Stir in bacon.
Preheat oven to 350°. Lightly grease a 3-quart casserole dish.
Spoon rice mixture into prepared dish. In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs and remaining 2 tablespoons butter. Sprinkle over rice mixture. Bake 30 minutes, or until lightly browned.