Sopa Seca (Mexican Rice)
2 tsp. olive oil
1/2 tsp. minced garlic
1/2 C. chopped onion
1 large tomato, chopped
1 C. uncooked, converted rice
1 small green bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 – 13 oz. can chicken broth
dash of red pepper
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. salt
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Heat oil in a Dutch oven over moderate heat. Add garlic, onion and tomato. Cover and cook 3 minutes, or until onion is soft. Add rice and cook for 2 minutes, stiffing, until rice is shiny and hot. Stir in green pepper, chicken broth, red pepper, oregano and salt. Bring to a boil. cover and bake for 20 minutes at 400 degrees.