Cilantro Rice

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

2 cloves garlic

1 jalapeno, seeded and halved

2 1/2 cups broth, divided

2 tsp olive oil

1 1/2 cups long grain rice

1 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp cumin

1/3 cup grated carrot

In blender, whirl cilantro, garlic, jalapeno and 1 cup broth until smooth. In saucepan over medium heat, stir oil, rice, onion powder and cumin until rice is pale golden, about 5-8 minutes. Stir in cilantro mixture, remaining 1 1/2 cups broth and carrot. Cover, bring to a boil, then simmer until liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes. Makes 5 cups.

1/10 (1/2 cup)=131 calories/2 g. fat/.5 g. fiber