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Festive Mexican Rice

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Side Dish
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ cups long grain rice (not instant)
  • 1 can beef broth and enough water to make 3 cups of total liquid
  • 2 T olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 1 can sweet corn, drained
  • 1 can Rotel, drained
  • 1 small can diced black olives, drained
  • 1 can red beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup thinly sliced green onions

Method
 

  1. Bring rice, beef broth, water, olive oil, salt, pepper, cumin and chili powder to a boil.
  2. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cover the pot with lid. It will take about 20-25 minutes for the rice to cook completely.
  3. Once the rice is done cooking, turn off the heat and let it cool for 5-10 minutes.
  4. Add in all other ingredients and mix together thoroughly.
  5. Serve warm and enjoy!
  6. Optional: Add in ground beef or turkey to make it more of a complete meal.