---------- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.04 Title: Pilau Rice Categories: New, Text, Import Yield: 4 servings 1 1/2 c basmati rice 4 TB butter 1 onion, -- very finely : chopped 2 garlic cloves, -- finely : minced 4 cardamom pods 4 cloves 2 cinnamon sticks 2 curry leaves OR bay leaves 1 c chicken stock : Salt In a strainer, thoroughly wash rice under running water. In a large saucepan melt butter over medium heat. Saute onion and garlic 5 minutes, until tender. Add rice and stir to thoroughly coat with butter mixture. Add spices and mix well. Add chicken stock, 2 cups water and salt, to taste. Bring to a boil, cover pan tightly and reduce heat to very low. Cook 15 minutes, until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed. Using a fork, fluff rice and serve. Yield: 6 servings Recipe By :TASTE SHOW #TS4618 From: Meg Antczak