Amount

  Measure

  Ingredient -- Preparation Method

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3

  tablespoons

  unsalted butter

1

  small

  onion -- diced

2

  medium

  cloves garlic -- minced

1

  cup

  white rice

14 1/2

  ounces

  diced tomatoes with green chilies -- drained

4 1/2

  ounces

  green chilies -- drained

2

  cups

  low sodium vegetable broth

1/2

  teaspoon

  taco spice mix -- see recipe

Melt butter in large skillet. Add onions and cook until softened.

Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds.

Add rice and stir to coat completely. Let cook for 2 minutes.

Add tomatoes, chilies, taco seasoning, and vegetable broth. Mix thoroughly. Heat to boiling.

Reduce heat and cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender.

Makes 6 Servings