Cayenne Vegetable Rice

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 2/3 cup diced green pepper
 * 2/3 cup chopped fresh tomato*
 * 1/2 cup chopped onion
 * 1 teaspoon chili powder
 * 1 teaspoon ground cumin
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
 * 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
 * 1 3/4 cups chicken broth

Directions
Combine rice, green pepper, tomato, onion, chili powder, cumin, red pepper and butter in 2- to 3-quart saucepan. For brown rice, use 2 cups broth. For medium grain rice, use 1-1/2 cups broth. Bring to a boil; stir once or twice. Lower heat to simmer; cover with tight-fitting lid. Cook 15 minutes (45 minutes for brown rice, 20 minutes for parboiled rice) or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork.