8Whisk together the vegetable broth, salsa, and taco seasoning in a microwave-safe glass and microwave for 2 minutes, or until boiling. Pour it evenly over the casserole.
9Use a spatula to press the rice into the mixture so it’s submerged.
10Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil.
11Bake on the middle rack of the oven for 55-60 minutes.
12Remove the foil and stir the casserole.
13Top with salsa, avocado, and cilantro.
14Serve and enjoy!
Ingredients
2 cups vegetable broth
2 cans (15-ounce) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 cup salsa
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 cup uncooked brown rice
extra salsa
avocado
cilantro sauce
hot sauce
Equipment
9x13" pan or casserole dishmicrowave-safe glassaluminum foilspatula
Tips
If it looks like there is still liquid in the casserole dish after baking, stir and continue to bake for 5-10 minutes until the broth is completely absorbed.
After baking, remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit, covered, for a few minutes before serving.