AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE

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For a great side for any main dish, try this great authentic spanish rice. The bacon drippings add another layer of flavor and make the rice delectable.-Maria Goclan, Katy, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 tablespoon bacon drippings
3/4 cup long-grain white rice
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
3 small canned tomatoes, diced
2 tablespoons tomato juice
2 cups hot water
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

In a skillet, heat bacon drippings on medium-high. Add rice; cook and stir until rice is golden brown. Add onion and garlic; stir and cook 3 additional minutes. Add all remaining ingredients. Cook, uncovered, on medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring only once after 10 minutes. Check rice for doneness by tasting a few top grains. If rice is firm, add a little water; cover and cook 5 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 219mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.