Authentic Mexican Tomato Rice

This side dish has all of the warm flavors that I love in Mexican food, without having to go to a restaraunt to get them. This isn't terribly spicy as written, but you may substitute a jalapeno for the bell pepper or add cayenne if you wish to bump up the heat.

• Ready In: 35 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup green bell pepper, diced small
• 1⁄4 cup onion, diced small
• 1  tablespoon butter
• 1  cup long grain white rice
• 2  cups chicken broth
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cumin
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon chili powder

Directions

1. In a large skillet (with a lid), saute the pepper and onion in the butter until slightly softened.
2. Add the rice, and cook until the rice is coated with the butter.
3. Add the remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes or until the broth is absorbed and the rice is tender.