Easy Mexican Rice

I've been using this quick and easy recipe for years to accompany Mexican-inspired meals. You probably have everything in your pantry to try it for dinner tonight.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 1  cup  uncooked rice (not instant)
• 1  onion, diced
• 1 -2  garlic clove, minced
• 1 3⁄4 cups chicken broth
• 1⁄2 cup salsa
• 2  tablespoons  oil

Directions

1. Saute onons and garlic in saucepan in hot oil until softened.
2. Add rice and saute 2 -3 minutes, or until it begins to turn white.
3. Add broth and salsa.
4. Bring to a full boil; cover and reduce to simmer.
5. Simmer 25 minutes & turn off heat.
6. Let rice sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork and serve.
7. Optional: Stir in a small can of well drained corn, mixed vegetables or sliced green onion.