1/4 c. butter
1 c. raw rice
1 can beef consomme
3/4 c. water
1 can mushrooms (optional)
1/2 tsp. oregano leaves
1/2 to 1 tsp. red pepper
1 onion, chopped

Saute onion until clear. Add rice and drained mushrooms. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring. Do not brown. Add other ingredients. Pour into a 1 quart casserole dish and cover tightly; bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour at 375 degrees. Also if you wish, you can leave in pot (turn fire down); let water reduce, then cover and cook until rice is tender. Cook on low.