Rice With Pigeon Peas(Arroz Cun Gandules)

1. 1

   Cut ham into small squares.

2. 2

   Slice pimientos into small strips. In a high temperature pot, mix the sofrito, ham, oil, bacon (optional) and stir-fry for 2 minutes.

3. 3

   Add tomato sauce, pimientos, olives, bay leaves (optional) broken in half and stir-fry for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add rice and enough water to cover.

5. 5

   Add salt if desired.

6. 6

   Cover pot and wait until water is dissolved. Turn the rice, lower temperature to medium and let cook for another 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Put one plantain leave over the rice to give it a turnover taste and lower temperature to low until rice is ready. Serves up to 20.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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