Zippy Skillet Rice Recipe

• 1 cup Uncooked Long Grain Rice
• 2 tbsp Butter or Margarine
• 1/2 cup Chopped Green Pepper
• 1/2 cup Chopped Onion
• 2 Garlic Cloves (minced)
• Two 14.5 Oz cans Diced Tomatoes (undrained)
• 1/2 cup Diced Pimientos
• 1 tsp Chili Powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1/2 tsp Pepper
• 1/2 tsp Ground Turmeric
• 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

• In a large skillet, sauté rice in butter for 5 minutes or until golden brown, stirring constantly.
• Add green pepper, onion and garlic.
• Cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
• Add tomatoes, pimientos, chili powder, salt, pepper and turmeric; mix well.
• Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.
• Sprinkle with cheese. Serve immediately.