Steamed Long Grain Rice With Tomato and Garlic

Ingredients

• 2 cups long grain rice, rinsed
• 3 1/2 cups tomato juice
• 4-6 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons seasoning salt or creole seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

1. 1

   In a pot with a tight-fitting lid combine all ingredients.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, cooking uncovered; stir occasionally.

3. 3

   When rice boils, cover pot and reduce heat to low.

4. 4

   Cook for 15 minutes (do NOT uncover or stir).

5. 5

   Remove from heat and let sit with lid on for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Microwave Directions: In a casserole dish with a lid combine all ingredients. Microwave, covered, for 5 minutes on HIGH. Microwave for 10 minutes at 50% power. Let sit with lid on for 10 minutes.