2 c. uncooked rice
6 tbsp. oil
1 med. onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced or mashed
4 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
3 to 4 c. beef or chicken broth (or water)
1 sm. can chopped green chilies (optional)
1 med. green pepper, chopped (optional)
1 tsp. black pepper (optional)

Brown rice in oil, stirring constantly until all rice is a light brown. Add onion, garlic and tomatoes and cook for 2 or 3 minutes. Add 3 cups broth (or water) and optional ingredients (if used) and salt, to taste. Cover and simmer on top of range for 25 to 35 minutes. Add more liquid if necessary to cook the rice; however, it should be cooked dry when rice is done.