Mexican Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2/3 c. chopped onion
1 c. raw white rice
1 tsp. chili powder
2 tsp. salt
3 Tbsp. canola oil
1 c. chopped green pepper
1 (8 oz.) can diced Ro-Tel tomatoes
chopped fresh tomato and chopped green pepper (optional)

Preparation

In a medium-size heavy skillet with tight-fitting cover, saute onion in hot oil.
Stir in rice, green pepper, chili powder, canned tomatoes and salt.
Add 2 cups water.
Bring to boiling, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked.
Garnish with chopped tomato and green pepper (optional).
Makes 6 servings.