Homemade Spanish Rice

I have always wanted to make my own spanish rice, but never have. I decided tonight was the night to accomplish that.

First, you want to brown the rice (1 1/2 cups dry) for 2-3 minutes with a tablespoon of butter. Please use fresh rice and not instant rice. I prefer brown rice.

Then add 2 cans of low sodium chicken broth, a handful of chopped cilantro, 1/2 finely diced white onion, 1 tablespoon of cumin, 1 lime (juices from lime), 1 tablespoon minced garlic of 2 minced garlic cloves bring to a boil then reduce the heat and let simmer on the stove for about 30 minutes. Most of the juices will be gone at this point. Then add 1 small jar of marinara and a small handful of a frozen veggie mix to the rice and let simmer for another 15. Please be sure to stir occasionally. I would recommend a pea and corn veggie mix or something similar.

It turned out amazingly. It is easier than it sounds and you can pair it with all your mexican dishes.

Ingredients:
1 1/2 cup dry rice
1 lime (juices from)
1/2 onion
1 tablespoon cumin
1 handful cilantro
1 handful veggies
1 small jar of marinara
2 cans of low sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon minced garlic or 2 garlic cloves
1 tablspoon butter