Basmati Rice Pilaf

==Ingredients==
* 1 cup basmati rice
* 1 small Onion
* 3 medium carrots
* 1 bay leaf
* 2 cloves
* 4 black peppercorns
* 1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
* 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
* 2 tablespoons butter
* 1 tablespoon kosher salt (or), to taste
==Directions==
# Wash the rice in cool water, squeezing gently with your fingers, until the water runs clear.
# Put the rice in about 2 cups of cool water to soak for 20 minutes.
# Strain soak water into saucepan and heat.
# Leave rice to dry in strainer.
# Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
# While rice is drying, chop Onion finely and set aside.
# Dice carrots and set aside.
# Measure spices.
# When rice is dry, heat oil over medium-high flame in heavy, oven-proof skillet or casserole dish.
# Add spices.
# When spices become fragrant, add butter and onions.
# Cook until onions are tender and light golden brown.
# Add carrots and cook for 3-5 minutes.
# Add rice and cook, stirring very gently for 5 minutes.
# Add salt and heated soak water, bring to boil.
# Reduce heat and simmer until water on top of rice has boiled off.
# Cover tightly and cook for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
# Remove from oven, let rest for 10 minutes, then serve.
==Contributed by==
* World Recipes Y-Group
Category:Rice Recipes
Category:Pilaf Recipes