Mexican Rice

From: AllRecipes

This flavored rice is a local favorite in San Antonio.
Makes 8 servings.

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2/3 cup diced onion
1 1/2 cups uncooked white rice
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder

1 1/2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 teaspoons salt
1 clove garlic, minced
1/8 teaspoon powdered saffron
3 cups water

Directions
1 In a large saucepan, heat vegetable oil over a
   medium-low heat. Place the onions in the pan, and saute until golden.
2 Add rice to pan, and stir to coat grains with oil. Mix
   in green bell pepper, cumin, chili powder, tomato sauce,
   salt, garlic, saffron, and water. Cover, bring to a boil,
   and then reduce heat to simmer. Cook for 30 to 40
   minutes, or until rice is tender. Stir occasionally.