Mexican Rice

Name: Mexican Rice
Ingredients: 2/3 c. chopped onion; 3 Tbsp. bacon fat; 1 c. raw converted white rice; 1 c. chopped green pepper; 1 tsp. chili powder; 1 (8 oz.) can whole tomatoes; 2 tsp. salt; chopped fresh tomato (optional); chopped green pepper (optional); 2 c. water

10 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

2/3 c. chopped onion
3 Tbsp. bacon fat
1 c. raw converted white rice
1 c. chopped green pepper
1 tsp. chili powder
1 (8 oz.) can whole tomatoes
2 tsp. salt
chopped fresh tomato (optional)
chopped green pepper (optional)
2 c. water

Directions

1

In medium size heavy skillet with tight fitting cover, saute onion in hot bacon fat.
2

Stir in rice, 1 cup green pepper, chili powder, canned tomatoes and salt.
3

Add 2 cups water; bring to boiling, then reduce heat.
4

Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked.
5

Garnish with chopped tomato and green pepper.
6

Makes 6 servings.