Mexican Rice for a Crowd

Mexican Rice for a Crowd

3 cups long grain white rice
1/4 cup oil
1 medium yellow or white onion, diced
26 oz can crushed tomatoes
4 oz can chilies
2 Tbsp fajita or taco seasoning (Wildtree Fajita Seasoning)
1 Tbsp chili powder
2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
2 1/2 cups water

Heat oil in large pan. Add rice and onion, Cook over medium heat until onion is translucent and rice starts to brown.
Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil.
Turn down to low and simmer 30 minutes or until rice is tender and all the liquid is absorbed.  Add more water if gets too dry. 

20 - 25 servings

Can divide into freezer containers.  Allow to thaw in the refrigerator and heat through before serving.