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. Saute 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.