Herbed Lentil Casserole
["2 2/3 c. water", "3/4 c. lentils", "1/2 c. brown rice", "2/3 c. chopped onion", "1/2 c. green pepper, finely diced", "1/2 c. red pepper, finely diced", "1 1/4 c. white wine", "1 tsp. minced garlic", "1/2 tsp. basil", "1/4 tsp. oregano", "1/4 tsp. thyme", "pepper to taste", "1 oz. grated Cheddar (optional)"]
["Heat oven to 350\u00b0.", "Combine all ingredients except cheese in a 3-quart ungreased casserole.", "Bake uncovered for 1 1/2 to 2 hours until moist, not runny.", "If using cheese, add to top and bake an extra 5 minutes.", "Serves 4 to 6."]
["water", "lentils", "brown rice", "onion", "green pepper", "red pepper", "white wine", "garlic", "basil", "oregano", "thyme", "pepper"]