Red Rice Mix

    * 1 cup long grain white or brown rice

    * 2 tablespoons dry onion flakes

    * 1/2 teaspoon salt

    * 1/8 teaspoon pepper

To Prepare:

    * 2 tablespoons olive oil

    * 1 package of Red Rice Mix

    * 14 or 15 oz can of tomatoes

    * 1-1/2 cups water

Heat the olive oil in a 3-quart saucepan. Add the package of mix. Sauté the rice and seasonings for a few minutes, until the rice is toasty, and begins to turn opaque. Add the tomatoes and water. Bring the mixture to a boil. Place a lid on the pot. Reduce the heat to the lowest possible flame. White rice will cook in 20 minutes and brown rice will be done in 45 minutes. Remember to keep the heat low and leave the lid on the pot.

Mexican, Stewed, or Italian tomatoes add variety, especially if you usually make this with plain canned tomatoes.