Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: rinse the rice (put it in a strainer to make this easier), until the water runs clear. put the rice in a bowl, cover with the water and set aside to soak, soak 30 minutes. in a large saucepan or dutch oven, heat the oil and toast all the spices for one minute. drain the rice and add to the pan. cook 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until opaque and lightly golden. add 5 cups of water (you may use the reserved soaking water, but i usually just use fresh water). bring to a boil, lower heat, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes. you may need to add additional water or cook a bit longer for the rice to get soft. when the rice is served, remind diners that the whole spices are for decoration, not eating.

Target recipe: *if you care for your rice dish a bit moister, add 1/4 cup more liquid at start. in a large saucepan melt butter on low fire. add onion and bell pepper and saute until limp. add to pan along with the garlic, parsley, rice, salt, pepper and bay leaf, the liquid. cook on high until just boiling; stir. carefully pour into a large baking dish. bake at 350 degrees uncovered for about 20 minutes until done. stir once while in oven.