Spanish Rice

Serves 6

2 Tbs vegetable oil
1 cup uncooked regular long grain rice
1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 tsp salt
3/4 tsp chili powder
1/8-tsp garlic powder
1 small green pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 8-ounce can tomato sauce (not pasta sauce)

Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat.

Cook rice and onion in oil about 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until rice is golden brown and onion is tender.

Stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low.

Cover and simmer about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender.