Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, brown
pork in oil; drain. Stir in the beans, soup,
tomatoes, chiles, rice, water, salsa and cumin.
Pour into an ungreased 2-qt. baking dish. Bake,
uncovered, until bubbly, about 30 minutes.
Sprinkle with cheese; let stand 5 minutes before
serving. If desired, serve with jalapeno slices.
Freeze option- Sprinkle cheese over cooled unbaked
casserole. Cover and freeze. To use, partially
thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from
refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat
oven to 35.0 Bake casserole as directed,
increasing time as necessary to heat through and
for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.
If desired, serve with jalapeno slices.
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