Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. onion, chopped
  • 1/4 c. diced carrots
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp. oil
  • 3/4 c. long grain rice
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1/2 c. picante sauce
  • 10 oz. diced tomatoes (1 can)
  • green chilies

Method

  • In a medium saucepan, saute first 4 ingredients for 3 minutes. Add rice; cook 1 minute and stir often.
  • Add water, sauce, tomatoes and chilies.
  • Cover.
  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer 20 to 30 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  • Let stand covered (off heat) 5 minutes.
  • Serve hot.