Tomato Rice Stew

Tomato Rice Stew

Savory blend of rice and vegetables for a cold rainy day. Filling and delicious. Serve before bedtime because it has a tendency to make you feel warm, calm and tired.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
40 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Yield:
12 servings
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups uncooked white rice
  • 2 unpeeled potatoes, diced
  • 1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 tablespoon white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can whole leaf spinach, drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, drained and sliced
  • ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Directions

Step 1
In a large saucepan, mix the water, rice, potatoes, tomato paste, and tomato sauce. Stirring constantly, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and stir in basil, sugar, salt, and bay leaves. Cook about 15 minutes, stirring often, until potatoes and rice are tender but firm.

Step 2
Mix spinach, stewed tomatoes, and lemon juice into the saucepan. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes, or until rice has finished cooking and the mixture has thickened.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

200
Calories
1g
Fat
44g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 200
% Daily Value *
Total Fat1g 1%
Saturated Fat0g 1%
Sodium1075mg 47%
Total Carbohydrate44g 16%
Dietary Fiber4g 14%
Total Sugars8g
Protein6g
Vitamin C23mg 116%
Calcium85mg 7%
Iron4mg 21%
Potassium767mg 16%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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