Homemade Spanish Rice

When I can and have time, I like to make things from scratch. It tastes better, is better for you, and I just enjoy cooking for my family. This Spanish rice is SO good and it is not loaded with salt like the stuff that comes out of a box or bag (which is really tasty, too...believe me!). It is super easy to make although it does take a little time. But isn't anything good worth waiting for? I could make myself sick eating this stuff. Enjoy! Here is what you will need:

*In a big skillet heat about 2 tbsp of oil

*Once it is warm, add in 1 chopped onion and 1/2 chopped green pepper. If you like your rice chunky, then leave the pieces bigger. If you like your rice smoother, then cut the piece smaller. We like chunky!

*Saute the veggies for a minute or so and then add 1c of rice

*Saute the rice/veggie mixture until the rice is brown and the veggies are tender

*Add in 2c water, 1 can Rotel (drained), 2tbsp chili powder, and 1 tsp salt

*Stir well

*Reduce heat to medium, cover, and let rice simmer for about 25 minutes

*Stir occasionally

*You could eat this alone but we had ours tonight with cheese enchiladas and re fried beans!