Spanish Brown Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 1/2 c. brown rice
1/2 bell pepper, chopped
1 Vidalia onion, chopped
2 Tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. cooked, chopped garlic
1 large can crushed tomatoes
1 can water
grated Cheddar cheese

Preparation

Brown garlic, rice and onion in olive oil.
Add pepper and brown.
Add chili powder, tomatoes and water.
Bring to a boil and cook on low heat until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, about 45 minutes.
Check after 25 minutes and add more water if needed.
Serve with grated cheese on the side to be added just before eating.