SPANISH RICE (Microwave) 
1 lg. onion, chopped
1/4 c. chopped green pepper
2 tbsp. butter
Water
1 c. stewed tomatoes, chopped and drained - save liquid
1 c. long grain rice
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper

In 2 quart casserole combine onion, green pepper and butter. Cook on High 2 1/2 to 3 minutes. Add enough liquid out of tomatoes to make 2 cups. Add to dish with tomatoes, rice, salt and pepper. Cover. Cook on High for 5 minutes then on medium for 20 minutes. Stir only once. Let stand covered for 5 minutes. (Time may vary with each microwave.)

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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