Mediterranean Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together rice and salted water.
2. 2
   Cook on High for 10 minutes.
3. 3
   Stir well.
4. 4
   Cook again on High for 10 minutees.
5. 5
   Stir well.
6. 6
   Add 1/2 cup water and return to microwave for 10 minutes more on High.
7. 7
   Brown ground meat in large skillet.
8. 8
   Remove meat but leave drippings.
9. 9
   Saute chopped green pepper and onion in drippings.
10. 10
    Return meat to skillet and stir; heat to warm.
11. 11
    Add spaghetti sauce; rinse jar with 1/2 cup water adding this to skillet.
12. 12
    Add rice.
13. 13
    Stir well, adding Italian seasoning, if desired.
14. 14
    Cover and let stand over low heat for 5 minutes.