Spanish Rice Recipe

ingredients:

2 T olive oil

1 can of tomato sauce

2 cups long-grain rice

4 cups hot water

two broth



2 heaping T sauce (red or green)

1 T dried parsley

1/2 cup salt and pepper

1/2 t garlic powder

1 medium onion, chopped

Heat a large deep skillet that has a lid over medium heat and when the pan is hot, add the olive oil. When the oil is hot , add the rice and onion and cook until the rice is toasted and golden brown and onion is tender, about 10 minutes. Add the tomato sauce and the sauce and cook for 3 minutes, start the tomato sauce to stick to the bottom of the pan . Pour in 2 cups of water first and waiting for it to start boiling broth add cubes , parsley , salt , pepper and garlic. Stirring was continued short to reduce water bucket and distribute spices and broth . When only a small amount of water left in the pan, add the second two cups of water and boil again. When you finally reach the boiling point, give the pot a stir and turn the heat to low and simmer covered for about 15-20 minutes or until water is absorbed . Stoves vary so check after 15 minutes and continue cooking until all the water has disappeared. Remove the lid, stir to fluff the rice and let stand a few minutes before serving.

This is an excellent rice and remains worth doing more for other meals . Can become completely different idea of ​​dinner , adding a poached egg on top or grilled chicken pieces .

You can add extra vegetables to this dish to make it your own . Add a little green pepper when saute onions and some roasted corn at the end add a new and unique flavor of your dish.

When you reheat , place the rice on a plate or in a bowl and cover with a damp paper towel and heat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Spanish rice can be made ​​in larger or smaller volumes . The trick to change the volume is to use the same size cup for rice and water. Preparation of rice is always 1 cup rice 2 cups water .