Spanish Rice

Ingredients: 

      2 c  Long grain white rice

      4 c  Veg. stock -OR-

      4 c  Water and 2 veg. bullion

           Cubes

      1    6-ounce can tomato paste

      3    Cloves garlic, minced

      2    Onions, chopped

      2    Stalks celery, chopped

      1    Bell pepper, seeded,

           Stemmed, and chopped (that's

           A capsicum for you folks on

           The other side of the lake)

      2 ts Paprika

      3 tb Margarine

      1 ts Salt

    1/2 ts Basil

    1/2 ts Oregano

    1/2 ts Chili powder

Methods:

In a large pot, melt margarine over medium heat.Add onions, garlic, and rice.Stir for about 5 minutes.  Add stock, celery, green pepper, tomato paste, and spices.  Stir, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let cook for 45 minutes to one hour.Stir occasionally, and add some water if needed.Ready when rice is tender.