Simple Mexican Rice - Recipe

You won't believe that this recipe would taste so good but it actually does! The leftovers are even better the next day. This is an inexpensive way to make rice and it is healthier than the boxes rices that are packed full with sodium.

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Directions

In large saute pan with lid, melt butter over medium heat.

Add rice and cook, stirring, until rice turns white and very lightly brown.

Remove from heat and stir in tomato sauce and chicken broth; return to heat. Bring to a boil.

Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook for 20-25 minutes or until almost all liquid is absorbed.

Remove lid and fluff with a fork. Continue to cook on low for about 5 minutes to remove any extra liquid.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients
-		1 tablespoon butter
-		1 1/2 cups long grain rice
-		1 can tomato sauce (8 ounce can)
-		3 1/3 cups low-sodium chicken broth