Chinese Rice with Vegetables

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

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