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White Rice

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

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups long-grain white rice
4 cups hot water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fresh or frozen corn, peas, carrots, or peppers (optional)

In medium pan, heat oil and saute 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.

Yield: 6 servings; Serving size: 1/2 cup

Each serving provides (without optional vegetables): Calories: 270, Total fat: 3g, Saturated fat: Less than 1g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 183mg

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