Rice and Bean Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 3/4 tsp ground cumin
• 4 garlic cloves (minced)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 medium onion (diced)
• 1/2 tbsp oil (or use water if oil-free)
• 2 cups of cooked rice ((*see notes))
• 1/3 tsp pink peppercorns ((optional))
• 1 1/2 cups of cooked beans (rinsed and drained (*see notes))
• 3/4 cup of corn (fresh or canned (*see notes))
• 1 cup of dairy-free milk
• 1 1/2 cups of finely chopped pumpkin ((*see notes))
• 1 batch of vegan cheese sauce (or 8 oz of store-bought vegan cheese)