EASY AUTHENTIC SPANISH RICE

Easy Authentic Spanish Rice image

Provided by Megan Todd

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 14

6 Tbsp butter
2 large spanish onions
1 large yellow bell pepper
2 jalapeno peppers (optional)
2 clove garlic, minced
2- 10 oz cans petite mexican spanish style diced tomatoes, undrained (if you want spicy) or
2- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes basil, oregano flavored for less spicy dish (do not use if using spanish style tomatoes)
1/2 Tbsp oregano, dried
1/2 Tbsp parsley flakes
1 c water, warm
1 c white rice, (can use brown rice if you chose)
salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
sour cream, for topping (optional)
shredded cheese, for topping (optional)

Steps:

1. In a large, deep skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onions, jalapenos, yellow peppers, & minced garlic, cook until onions are tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
2. Add 2 cans of tomatoes, either Petite Mexican Style (if you want heat, spicy), or 2 cans of Diced oregano, basil tomatoes (if you want less heat & more sweet). Stir into onion mixture.
3. Add rice, salt & Pepper, oregano, parsley, and water. mix into tomato mixture. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
4. Serve with sour cream and shredded cheese with your favorite Mexican or Spanish dish!