Brazilian Rice
from TLu

We love rice and this rice came from a friend who keeps a container of it in her fridge. She serves it with every meal.

SERVES 4 , 4 servings

• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup tomato, chopped
• 1 cup long grain white rice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 1/2 cups water or broth

Wash and drain rice.

Set aside.

Saute onion and garlic in olive oil until soft.

Add tomatoes, rice, salt, pepper and water or broth.

Bring to a boil.

Bring heat to medium.

Cook until all bubbles on surface have disappeared.

Cover and cook on low heat for 20 minutes.