Mexican Rice Pilaf

An easy, tasty, spicy rice dish.

• Ready In: 37 mins
• Serves: 2-3

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  vegetable oil
• 1  onion, chopped
• 1  teaspoon  minced garlic
• 1 1⁄2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 1⁄2 cups quick-cooking brown rice
• 2  teaspoons chili powder
• 1  jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1  red bell pepper, chopped
• 1  large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 1  cup  shredded monterey jack cheese

Directions

1. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.
2. Add onion and garlic; cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in broth, rice, chili powder, jalapeno peppers, and cumin.
4. Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.
5. Reduce heat, and simmer for 4 minutes.
6. Stir in bell pepper.
7. Cover.
8. Simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
9. Stir tomato and shredded cheese into hot cooked rice.