Rice and Tomato Meal in a Pot

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 30 Minutes

Ready In: 40 Minutes

Servings: 6

Great comfort food. Mild flavors and it's simple to make. This is also a very versatile dish. Serve with a salad and warm bread.

Ingredients:

2 cups brown rice (or 1 cup brown with 1 cup white)

2 3/4 cups chicken broth or 2 3/4 cups vegetable broth

1/4 cup dry white wine

1 small onions, minced or 1 teaspoon onion flakes

2 garlic cloves, minced

3 stalks celery, minced

1 (12 ounce) can stewed tomatoes

1 (15 ounce) can beans, with liquid (kidney, pinto, your choice)

salt, to taste

1/2 cup cooked chicken, diced (optional)

1 1/2 cups broccoli (optional) or 1 1/2 cups spinach (optional) or 1 1/2 cups zucchini, cut into small pieces (optional)

1/3 cup fresh herb, like parsley, oregano, peppercorns, etc (optional)

Directions:

1. Wash rice; drain water.
2. Combine all ingredients in rice cooker; steam.
3. Toss rice before serving.