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Spanish Rice
Nancy Bennett
This one-pot dish has a hearty, stick-to-your-ribs quality that your family will love. It's a great way to get protein, vegetables, and grains into the meal.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon olive oil or vegetable oil
1/2 to 1 pound lean ground beef or turkey (optional)
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 1/2 cups uncooked white or brown rice
2 cups water
1 can (28 ounces) tomatoes (whole or crushed)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Directions
Heat oil over medium-high heat in large frying pan or stock pot. Cook onions, pepper, and meat until meat is browned. (If not using meat, cook until vegetables are slightly softened.) Add remaining ingredients, mixing thoroughly. Bring to a boil and simmer gently, covered, over low heat for 20 to 30 minutes.
Suggestions
Serve with your favorite Mexican entree.