White Rice

Adapted from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, National Institutes of Health, US Department of Health and Human Services

Only 1 tablespoon of oil is used in this tasty and heart-healthy rice dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size	½ cup
Calories	270
Total Fat	3 g
Saturated Fat	Less than 1 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	183 mg
Calcium	28 mg
Iron	2 mg

Servings and Times

Servings

Ingredients and Preparation

Ingredients	Measures
Vegetable oil	1 tablespoon
Medium onion, chopped	½
Garlic, minced	2 cloves
Long-grain white rice	2 cups
Hot water	4 cups
Salt	½ teaspoon
Fresh or frozen corn, peas, carrots, or peppers (optional)	½ cup

Directions
In medium pan, heat oil and sauté onion, garlic, and rice. Add hot water and salt. Bring to a full boil. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes without stirring. If desired, add vegetables, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Uncover, give rice a full turn and cover again. Turn heat off.
Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

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