Green Rice with Cheese

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil over high heat.
2. Add the rice and reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
3. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, salt and oregano. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir the cooked vegetables into the cooked rice.
5. Sprinkle the grated cheese over the top and cover the pan until the cheese melts, about 2 minutes.
6. Serve the green rice warm.

Interesting Facts

• Green rice is a traditional Mexican dish that is often served with tamales.
• Green rice gets its green color from the bell pepper, onion, and garlic in the dish.
• Adding cheese to the rice gives it a creamy and flavorful finish.