Recipe: SAUTEED VEGGIE RICE BLEND

2 tbs olive oil
1 small red onion, peeled and chopped
3 large cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
3/4 cup converted original parboiled rice
1 tsp seasoned spice blend
14.5 oz can chicken broth
2 tbs chopped oregano
11 oz can Mexicorn, drained
1 zucchini, diced
1/4 cup chopped roasted red peppers
Chopped Chives (optional)

In skillet, cook oil 30 seconds. Add onions, garlic and rice. Cook 4 min. Stir in spice blend, broth and oregano. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and cook 10 min. more. Stir in corn blend, zucchini and red peppers cook 5 min. or until rice is tender. Garnish with chopped chives, if desired. Place in bowl and serve.

MAKES 6 SERVINGS.