Mexican Rice Pilaf

• olive oil↗1 tablespoon
• onion, chopped↗1 cup
• garlic, minced↗1 teaspoon
• vegetable broth↗1 1⁄2 cups
• instant brown rice↗1 1⁄2 cups
• chili powder↗2 teaspoons
• jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced↗1
• ground cumin↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• red bell pepper, chopped↗1
• large tomatoes, seeded and chopped↗1
• monterey jack cheese, shredded↗1 cup

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat.

2. 2

   Add onion and garlic; cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. 3

   Stir in broth, rice, chili powder, jalapeno peppers, and cumin.

4. 4

   Cover, and bring to a boil over high heat.

5. 5

   Reduce heat, and simmer for 4 minutes.

6. 6

   Stir in bell pepper.

7. 7

   Cover.

8. 8

   Simmer for 5 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

9. 9

   Stir tomato and shredded cheese into hot cooked rice.