Use this recipe with the following recipes to make a full meal
Mexican Taco Cupcakes
Mexican Marinade
Salsa #1
Salsa #2

Mexican Rice

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small sweet onion, diced
• 1 cup long grain brown rice
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Kosher or sea salt to taste
• 1/2 cup freshly chopped cilantro
• 1(14.5 ounce) can petite diced tomatoes
• 1(4 ounce) can diced green chiles (optional)
• 2 cups vegetable broth, low sodium (optional, chicken broth)

Directions

In a large skillet or sauce pan add oil, turn to medium-low heat and saute onion until tender, about 4 minutes.

Add garlic and continue to saute one additional minute.

Add remaining ingredients, cover, reduce heat and simmer on low for approximately 45 minutes or until rice has soaked up the liquid and is tender. (NOTE: The time it takes to cook rice depends on the brand. 35-60minutes)

Remove from heat, leave covered and allow to set 10 minutes before serving.

Adapted from http://skinnyms.com