Tomato Rice (Arroz de Tomate - Portugal)

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter or bacon drippings
• 1 large yellow onion, peeled and chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
• 2 to 3 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
• 3 cups beef or chicken broth
• 2 cups long-grain rice
• Salt and freshly-ground pepper, to taste
• Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Heat the oil and butter in a large saucepan over moderate heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook 5 minutes, until soft but not brown.
2. Add the tomatoes, cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Stir in the rice, salt, and pepper, and cover. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook covered until the rice is done, about 20 minutes.
4. Fluff with a fork and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.

Serves 4 to 6