Mexican Rice

Of course you can't have beans without the rice, right?



Mexican Rice
(adapted from allrecipes.com)

4 TBSP. canola oil
1/2 onion diced finely
2 cups uncooked long-grain rice
2 TBSP. taco seasoning
1 8 oz. can tomato sauce
3 1/2 cups chicken broth

Directions:

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat, add onion cook until softened a little bit then add rice. Stir constantly, until puffed and golden. While rice is cooking, sprinkle with taco seasoning. Stir in tomato sauce and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes (or until liquid is absorbed and rice is done.) Fluff with fork.


Cilantro Rice

4 TBSP. Butter
2 TBSP. minced garlic
1/2 onion, diced finely
2 cups rice
3 1/2 cup chicken broth
1/2 bunch finely chopped cilantro

Place butter, garlic, and onion in pot, cook till tender. Add rice and stir constantly till puffed and golden. Add chicken broth and finely chopped cilantro, bring to boil. Reduce heat and cover. Cook till liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.