Arroz: Spanish Rice

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   Open can of tomatoes and chicken broth and set aside.

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   These ingredients have to be added quickly, so have them ready.

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   Heat lard or shortening in a saucepan on medium-high.

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   Add rice, stirring constantly.

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   When rice is brown, immediately add the onion and garlic and stir so it is evenly mixed.

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   Quickly add the 2 tomatoes (squish them with your hand).

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   Add 1/4 cup of liquid from the can of tomatoes and 3/4 of the entire amount of chicken broth.

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   Bring to a full boil, cover and reduce heat to medium-low.

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   Let simmer until rice is tender and most of broth has evaporated, about 20 to 30 minutes.

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    (The remaining broth can be added if rice is still a little hard) Remove rice from heat and leave covered until ready to serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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