Chinese Rice with Vegetables

Description
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 2 cups water
 * 2 tablespoons soy sauce
 * 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
 * 2 cups any combination of:
 * fresh or frozen Peas
 * frozen mixed vegetables
 * julienned carrots
 * sliced Mushrooms
 * chopped green pepper
 * shredded Chinese cabbage
 * Broccoli florets
 * sliced green beans
 * Ground black pepper
 * salt (optional)

Directions
Combine rice, water, soy sauce, oil and vegetables in 2- to 3-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil. Stir once or twice. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 5 minutes, or until rice and vegetables are tender and liquid is absorbed. Season to taste.