Seasoned Rice

Ingredients

• 0.33 cup Rice (Long grain rice is recommended)
• 1.5 cups Water (For the stock)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (Or to taste)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly ground)
• 1 Bay Leaf (Optional)

Instructions

1. 1In a saucepan, combine water, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf (if using). Heat gradually to boiling point.
2. 2Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
3. 3Strain the stock to remove the bay leaf (if used). Add the rice to the hot stock. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.