Olive Raisin Rice Recipe

Olive Raisin Rice Recipe

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cups uncooked long grain rice
  • 4 beef bouillon cubes
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 medium green peppers, chopped
  • 3 medium onions, chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup raisins
  • 3/4 cup sliced black olives
  • 3 bay leaves
  • salt and pepper to taste
  1. In a large saucepan, combine the water, rice and bouillon. bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook beef, green peppers, onions and garlic over medium heat until the meat is no longer pink; drain. Add water, raisins, olives and bay leaves. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes or until heated through. Discard bay leaves. Stir in rice, salt and pepper.