what kind of spices do you have? my grandma used to make "spanish rice" with rice and ketchup!! ew. but i think if you sauteed some onion and green pepper in olive oil, then added some garlic, oregano, and a healthy dash of paprika, then the rice, a small can of whole tomatoes squished up, and chicken broth, you'd have some tasty mexican rice. you could add cumin and cayenne pepper too. pimentos are also delicious in mexican rice. just throw the jar in (drained) when you throw in the broth.