Mexican Rice

Jo Harrison

1 cup rice (uncooked)

1 small onion

1 teaspoon salt

1 quart stewed tomatoes

1 small bell pepper

oil and lard or drippings



First mince onion and pepper and fry slightly. Then wash rice and fry until light brown. Add strained tomatoes, cover closely and cook till done. Add a little hot water if juice is absorbed before rice is done.

California Ranch Rice

Virginia Leipper

1 cup chopped onion

2 cups sour cream

Salt & pepper

4 Tablespoons butter

1 cup cottage cheese

2 8 oz. can whole chilies

4 cups rice (cooked)

1 bay leaf

2 cups grated cheddar cheese



Saute chopped onions in butter, add rice, sour cream, cottage cheese, bay leaf, salt and pepper. Mix together. Put a layer of rice mixture in greased casserole, then a layer of chilies (seeded and cut in strips), and 1/2 cup of cheese. Repeat, ending with a layer of rice. Bake at 375 degrees for 25 minutes. Remove from oven, sprinkle remaining 1/3 cup cheese over top, bake 10 minute longer. Serves 8.



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