spanish rice

really easy and just as good as a restaurant. makes ~4 side dish servings

  • 3 tbs olive oil

  • 1/2 white/yellow onion, diced

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 cups long-grain white rice

  • 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth

  • 14.5 ounces fire-roasted tomatoes

  • 8 ounces tomato sauce

  • 1 cup corn (I used frozen but canned/drained would work as well)

  • Mexican seasoning blend to taste (I made my own)

Heat the oil in a large skillet. Cook the onion for 2-3 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add the dry rice and cook for 3-4 minutes, until the rice is coated in the oil and just starts to brown.

Add the broth, tomatoes, tomato sauce, corn, and seasonings. Bring to a boil.

Cover the pot, lower the heat to a simmer, and cook 12-15 minutes until the rice is cooked through. Remove from heat.