Spanish Rice

Tuesday, November 11, 2008


Spanish Rice

"Great side for any Mexican dish."

submitted by: Nicole Soderquist
serves: 6

Ingredients:
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup uncooked rice
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce

Directions:
1. Heat oil in large skillet over medium heat. Cook rice and onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is golden brown and onion is tender.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender.