Easy Spanish Rice (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil.
02 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter.
03 - 1 medium sweet onion, diced small.
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced small.
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced.
06 - 1 teaspoon cumin.
07 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt.
08 - 1 cup long grain white rice.
09 - 10 ounce can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies.
10 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock.
11 - Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional).

# Instructions:

01 - Heat oil and butter in large nonstick skillet over medium-high until bubbly. Cook onions and pepper for 3 minutes until soft.
02 - Add garlic, cumin, salt and rice. Stir constantly for 1 minute to toast rice lightly.
03 - Pour in Rotel tomatoes and chicken stock. Bring to boil.
04 - Lower heat to medium-low, cover and cook for 22 minutes.
05 - Remove from heat, fluff with fork, and top with cilantro if desired.

# Notes:

01 - Can add cooked ground beef or sausage to make it a meal.
02 - Rice should be fluffy, not sticky when done.

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