Bring to a boil 2 c. water (½ tsp salt added). Add rice; stir well & cover. When it comes to a boil, turn to low & cover for 50 minutes without lifting the lid.
Spray a 3 qt. oven-proof casserole with nonstick vegetable spray. Preheat oven to 350°F.
In a large bowl, mix all ingredients together. Bake in preheated oven 45 minutes uncovered. Serve hot as a side dish.
Recipe by Food Askew at http://foodaskew.net/2010/07/cheesy-rice-casserole/