1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained & rinsed
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen whole kernel corn
1 c. uncooked long grain white rice
1 jar (16 oz.) thick & chunky mild salsa
1 1/2 c. vegetable juice cocktail (V-8) (may use lo-salt V-8)
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. dried oregano
3/4 c. shredded reduced fat Cheddar cheese

Heat oven to 375 degrees. In 13 x 9 x 2 inch rectangular baking pan combine all ingredients except cheese. Cover and bake 55-60 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking time, until rice is tender. Remove casserole from oven, remove cover and sprinkle with cheese. Let stand 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted. As a side dish, serves 8 people.