Mexican Red Rice

By á-47

Ingredients

• 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tea. ground ancho chile pepper
• 1/4 tea. salt
• 1 cup long grain rice
• 1 14 oz. can chicken broth
• 3/4 cup purchased salsa
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/2 cup finely snipped fresh cilantro

Preparation

Step 1

In medium saucepan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, garlic, ancho chile pepper, and salt; cook for 2 minutes. Stir in uncooked rice; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add broth, salsa and the water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, covered, for about 20 minutes or until rice is tender.

Remove pan from heat. Remove lid. Cover pan with a clean kitchen towel; replace lid. Let stand for 5 minutes to let the towel absorb any excess moisture. Remove lid and towel. Add cilantro; fluff rice with a fork.

Makes about 4 cups