FSTARICE.TXT FIESTA RICE 2 TBS olive oil 1 small green pepper, chopped 1 small onion, chopped 2 cups V8 juice 1 cup picante sauce 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice 1/2 cup shredded monterey jack or 4 cheese mexican blend cheese 1. Put oil in a 2 qt or larger saucepan. 2. Over medium heat, sautee the onion and pepper until tender. 3. Add the V8, picante, and garlic powder and bring to a boil. 4. Add rice, reduce heat, cover, and cook 15 minutes stirring occasionally. 5. Uncover, and cook 5 minutes more, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. 6. Stir in the cheese.