1 c. long grain rice 2 stalks chopped celery 1/2 chopped onion 1 can tomato sauce 1 c. chicken bullion 1 c. water 1/2 can water 2 T. vinegar 1 t. salt 1/2 t. garlic powder 1/2 t. onion powder (not needed if onion is used) dash of cumin (2-1/2 cup total liquid)

Brown rice in small amount of oil--do not burn, add celery and onion - brown until translucent.
Add tomato sauce (slowly), chix bullion, vinegar and water. Add salt, garlic and cumin. Bring to a boil. Stir. Lower heat, put on lid. Cook for 30 minutes. Don't lift lid while simmering.

*Fideo is made same way, but with a little less liquid.