Mexicali Surprise Casserole

Ingredients:



2 1/3 c dry Joseph's Grainery Lentils

5 c water

2 t salt

1 lb ground beef

1 15 oz can Salsa

1 t oregano

2 c shredded carrot

1/2 c sliced black olives

2 c shredded mozzerella cheese



Directions:  In a saucepan, combine lentils, water & salt. Bring to boil, cover & simmer 30 min. Do not drain. Brown ground beef, drain off fat. Add to lentils along with salsa, oregano & carrots. Turn into 9 x 13 baking dish. Sprinkle w olives & cheese. Bake 350 for 30 min. (You can also add more spices and jalapenos to make is spicier). Eat as a dip with chips.



This yummy recipe was submitted by blog reader, Ange Movius.  Ange is a photographer in the Lewiston/Clarkston area who does beautiful work.  Check out her website at:  http://www.amportraits.com/ 

Here's an example of her amazing photography skills:



Thanks for sharing this great recipe with all of us Ange!