Rice and Tomatoes

Description
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 1/2 cup chopped onion
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 1 cup beef broth
 * 3 medium, fully ripe tomatoes OR
 * 1 14-1/2- to 16-ounce can tomatoes, cut up (2 cups)
 * 1 teaspoon salt
 * 1/4 teaspoon seasoned pepper

Directions
Cook rice and onion in butter until rice is golden, about 20 minutes. Add broth, tomatoes, salt and pepper. Heat to boiling, stir once, reduce heat, cover, and simmer about 18 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff lightly with fork.