Tasty Tarragon and Tomato Rice Dish

A unique tomato topping for rice that doesn't use garlic. It has the wonderfully rich flavor of tarragon and is quick and easy to prepare. Goes well with grilled chicken or salmon.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 225 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 cups water
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 1 dash ground black pepper
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon dry vermouth (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a pot, bring the rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.

Step 2

In a separate pot over medium heat, mix the tomatoes, vermouth, brown sugar, tarragon, basil, sea salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, 20 minutes, until most of the liquid has been reduced. Serve over the cooked rice.