*  Exported from  MasterCook II  *

                                PILAU RICE

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Pasta & Rice

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      cup           Basmati rice
   1                    onion -- chopped
   2      ounces        butter
   3      whole         cloves
   1      stick         cinnamon -- about 2"
   1                    bay leaf
   2      ounces        almonds -- flaked or slivered
   1      ounce         raisins
   2 1/2  cups          water
                        salt and pepper -- to taste

 Wash and drain the Basmati rice and set aside.  Cook the onion in the butter
in a saucepan until soft.  Add the remaining ingredients and bring to the
boil  Reduce the heat, cover the pan tightly and simmer gently for 20-25
minutes, or until all the water as been absorbed.  Fluff up the rice with a
fork and serve immediately. This is the traditional accompaniment to curry
and chicken dishes. 

Cook's tip:  add a little chopped cooked meat, chicken or fish to the pilau
for a light lunch or supper dish.

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