Wednesday, April 27, 2011

SPANISH RICE

Rice is sauteed with onion and green bell pepper, and then simmered with water, chopped tomatoes and spices."






Ingredients

  • 3 SLICES BACON
  • 1 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder, or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Fry bacon crispy in a deep skillet over medium heat.Do not drain. Saute rice, onion, and bell pepper until rice is browned and onions are tender.
  2. Stir in water and tomatoes. Season with chili powder and salt. Cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.