If you like simple to prepare, down home, Midwest church supper type foods; this is a worthy collection. You won't find anything fancy or gourmet, but rather simple foods that will put your oven to practical use making family friendly fare.

Recipe Note from Wendy Louise:
This dish may also be served with the addition of a pound of ground beef, sautéed very well, drained of fat, and crumbled very fine. Mix the sautéed meat into the vegetarian bean/rice mixture to make and even tastier dish now suitable for meat lovers. Continue with recipe as written.

Combine first 8 ingredients and spoon into lightly greased 9 x 13-inch baking dish. Top with green onions, sliced black olives, and shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes. Serve warm, with additional sour cream as a garnish.