Rice and Tomato Meal in a Pot

Submitted by littleturtle

"Great comfort food. Mild flavors and it's simple to make. This is also a very versatile dish. Serve with a salad and warm bread."

 

• Ready In: 40mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 2 cups brown rice (or 1 cup brown with 1 cup white)
• 2 3⁄4 cups chicken broth or 2 3/4 cups vegetable broth
• 1⁄4 cup dry white wine
• 1 small onions, minced or 1 teaspoon onion flakes
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 stalks celery, minced
• 1 (12 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce) can beans, with liquid (kidney, pinto, your choice)
• salt, to taste
• 1⁄2 cup cooked chicken, diced (optional)
• 1 1⁄2 1 1/2 cups spinach (optional) or 1 1/2 cups zucchini, cut into small pieces (optional)
• 1⁄3 cup fresh herb, like parsley, oregano, peppercorns, etc (optional)

directions

1. Wash rice; drain water.
2. Combine all ingredients in rice cooker; steam.
3. Toss rice before serving.