Black Bean + Rice Cheesy Casserole - Ends + Stems with Chef Alison

Ingredients

• 1 Yellow Onion
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 Red Bell Pepper
• 1 Poblano Pepper
• 2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• 2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt
• 1 ⁄ 2 cup Orzo Pasta (or see substitutions)
• 1 cup Basmati Rice (White)
• 1 ⁄ 4 cup Tomato Paste
• 1 15-ounce can Black Beans
• 2 1 ⁄ 2 cups Water
• 1 Lime (zest and juice)
• Swiss Cheese (8 slices)
• 1 Avocado
• 4 Tablespoons Sour Cream (optional to taste)