Tomato Rice
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Tomato Rice
1/4 cup (60 ml) olive oil
2 Tbs butter or bacon drippings
1 large yellow onion, peeled and chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
2 to 3 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
3 cups beef or chicken broth
2 cups long-grain rice
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)
Heat the oil and butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the onion and garlic and cook 5 minutes, until soft but
not brown.
Add the tomatoes, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
Add the broth and bring to a boil.
Stir in the rice, salt, and pepper, and cover.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook covered until the rice
is done, about 20 minutes.
Fluff with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Serves 4 to 6.
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