Arroz Guatemalteco (Guatemala Style Rice)

2 cups long grain rice
2 tablespoons oil
1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, celery, sweet red
    peppers, finely chopped, and green peas)
Salt and pepper, to taste
4 cups chicken stock

Heat oil in heavy saucepan and add rice. Saut� lightly until rice has absorbed the oil, being careful not to let it color. Add mixed vegetables, salt, pepper, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 20 minutes until rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.

Serves 6 to 8.