GEORGE STRAIT'S SPANISH RICE
Source: Cooking With Country Music Stars by the Country Music Foundation
Servings: 6

1 cup raw rice
2 tbsp vegetable shortening
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 bell pepper, chopped
2 cups water
2 tsp chili powder
10 oz tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 tsp salt

In a skillet, brown rice in shortening.

Add the onion and bell pepper; stir. Add water, tomatoes including juice, chili powder, and salt. Cover and simmer 30 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.