Cumin-Scented Rice

Aromatic cumin seed seasons this simple rice side dish. Serve rice with Tex-Mex Chops, or Pork Curry. Garnish rice with chopped fresh cilantro.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 cup long-grained rice
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1 tablespoon butter
2 cups water
3/4 teaspoon salt

Cooking Directions:

1. In medium saucepan sauté rice and cumin seed in butter until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
2. Add water and salt, bring to boil; lower heat, cover and simmer 18 to 20 minutes, until all liquid is absorbed.
3. Remove from heat, fluff rice and serve.

Makes 4 servings