Short Cut Spanish Rice

3 cups cooked rice
1 teaspoon Taco seasoning
1 1/2 cups Tostitos Medium Salsa
garlic powder, to taste
salt and pepper, to taste

Quick Version (Side Dish):

Steam or boil rice according to package directions to measure about 3 cups. Cook rice slightly on the dry side (steaming is best). Minute Rice may be used for an emergency side dish.

Combine ingredients and cook 5 minutes (no more), just until heated through. Season to taste and serve.

Main Dish Variation:

For a quick, hearty main dish, sauté 1/2 inch cubes of pork in a tablespoon of olive oil with 1-2 large onions, chopped, one green or red sweet pepper, cut into chunks, and a few cloves of fresh, minced/crushed garlic.

Add ground cumin, paprika, and cayenne, to taste and stir in salsa and cooked rice. (May substitute pre-made taco seasoning.)