Maria's Cooking

Mexican Rice

Ingredients:

2 cup Long Grain Rice

¼ Medium Onion

1 clove of Garlic

1 small can of Tomatoes with Green Chilies

1 Tablespoon of Chicken Bouillon (can Sub Veggie Bouillon)

1 tablespoon of cumin

1 teaspoon of black pepper

½ - small line

2 tablespoons of canola oil

Water to make 4 cups of liquid

Directions:

In the blender add tomatoes, onion, garlic, bouillon, cumin, pepper, and water then blend until it is liquid. Take a medium sauce pan with a tight lid and add the oil. Heat on high and add the rice to sauté stirring constantly. Once the Rice is turning to a darker white add the juice from the half of line and continue to stir. When the rice turns to a light brown color add the liquid and stir. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to low and cover the rice and let it simmer for about 30 to 45 minutes. Stir occasionally if the rice gets too dry and it is not soft you may need to add water.