SPANAKORIZO (SPINACH AND RICE)

Makes: 4 servings

½ cup olive oil
1 bunch Parsley, chopped
1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
1 tbsp Garlic, finely chopped
3 cups water
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup tomatoes, chopped
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp pepper
2 bunches spinach, stems removed, - chopped
1 cup white rice, uncooked

1. In a large saucepan place the oil and heat it on medium high until it is hot.
2. Add the parsley, onions, and garlic.
3. Saute the ingredients for 3 to 4 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.
4. Add the water and bring it to a boil.
5. Add the tomato paste, tomatoes, salt and pepper.
6. Mix the ingredients together thoroughly so that everything is well combined.
7. Add the spinach and rice.
8. Simmer the ingredients for 30 minutes on low heat, or until the rice is done.