* Exported from MasterCook * Spanish Rice Recipe By : A Taste of Tradition Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Side Dishes Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 3 tablespoons shortening 1 cup rice -- uncooked 1/2 cup tomato sauce 1/4 cup green pepper -- chopped 1/4 cup onion -- minced 1 clove garlic -- crushed 2 teaspoons salt 2 cups water Brown rice in shortening. Add tomato sauce and water, then add remaining ingredients. Mix well. Cover and simmer about 30 minutes or until rice is tender and has absorbed liquid. Do not stir. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - NOTES : Also can use chicken broth in place of water.