Tex-Mex Rice

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup chopped onion
 * 1 cup chopped green bell pepper
 * ½ cup chopped celery
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 2 teaspoons chili powder
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
 * 3 cups cooked rice
 * 2 eggs, beaten
 * 1½ cups cottage cheese
 * 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
 * 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese, divided

Directions

 * 1) Cook onion, green pepper and celery in butter until vegetables are soft but not brown.
 * 2) Add salt and garlic powder; cook 2 to 3 minutes to develop color.
 * 3) Add rice. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors are blended.