Vegetarian Paella ( Spanish Rice)

2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 1/2 cups chopped onions; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 2 teaspoons garlic, minced; 1 cup rice; 3-4 tomatoes, chopped; 2 cups vegetable stock; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 2 cups zucchini, cut in 1-inch cubes; 1 cup carrot, chopped; 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed; 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped;

Set out all ingredients before starting.

In a large pot, cook onion, red pepper, and garlic with olive oil over medium high heat; stir occasionally for about 5 minutes until vegetable are softened. 

Stir in rice to coat with oil and vegetable mixture then add tomatoes, broth, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil. 

Cover and reduce heat to medium low. Cook for 10 minutes; stirring occasionally.

Add zucchini and carrots.  Contine to cook, covered, for 15-20 minutes until broth is almost absorbed.  Add peas and parsley to cook a few more minutes until heated thoroughly.

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