Mexican Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Add garlic and onion and cook for 2 minutes or until tender.
3. 3
   Stir in rice, add water and salt, and bring to a boil.
4. 4
   Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
5. 5
   Transfer rice to greased 8-inch square glass baking dish and allow to cool thoroughly.
6. 6
   Preheat oven to 425F.
7. 7
   Stir sour cream and cilantro into rice until combined, then chilis, jalapenos, and grated cheese.
8. 8
   Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until heated through and lightly flecked with golden brown.
9. 9
   Do not overcook.