Spinach & Rice Casserole

My Ingredients -

2 t. Olive Oil

3 Roma Tomatoes

2/3 C. shopped celery

Chopped Green Onions [ or 1 medium onion chopped ] 

1 clove garlic - finely chopped

1 3/4 C water

1 Can of mushroom soup [ 98% reduced fat for healthy eating ] 

1 6oz bag of fresh baby spinach - chopped

1 1/2 C uncooked brown rice

1 t. Italian Seasoning

1/2 t. pepper

1 C. diced cooked ham

3/4 C Shredded Cheddar Cheese

1/4 C. parmesan cheese

Directions - 

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. 

Spray 13x9 inch glass baking dish with cooking spray  

2.  In a 3 quart saucepan - heat oil over med heat.

Add tomatoes, celery, onion & garlic. Cook 5 minutes- stirring occassionally.

Add water & soup - heat to boiling. 

Add Spinach, Rice, Italian Seasoning & Pepper - Return to Boiling 

Remove from heat - Add ham, 1/4 C. of cheddar cheese & parmesan cheese. 

Spread in baking dish 

Cover in foil

3. Bake 30-35 minutes or until Bubbly

Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 C. cheddar cheese. Let stand uncovered 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. I added more then a half cup, sprinkle cheese on to your tastes.