Traditional and tasty Tomato Rice Recipe

Ingredients

• 1⁄4 cup canola oil
• 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups long grain white rice, washed and drained
• 4 cups boiling water
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt