SPANISH RICE WITH OLIVES

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Provided by PalatablePastime

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

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1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 sweet onion, chopped
10 cloves garlic, peeled and sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel tomatoes & chilies
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth or 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon saffron thread
1/4 cup sliced black olives (may use sliced stuffed green olives as well)
1/4 cup frozen peas, thawed
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a saucepan and add chopped onion and sliced garlic.
Cook until tender and lightly browned.
Add remaining ingredients, stirring well.
Bring mixture to a boil, then cover and simmer over low heat for 20 minutes or until all the liquid has been absorbed.
Remove from heat, and place a thick towel between the pan lid and pan.
Allow to sit undisturbed for 5-10 minutes.
Fluff with a fork and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.7, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 988.9, Carbohydrate 46.8, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 2, Protein 7.3