Plain Steamed Basmati Rice

Yield: 4 servings; 1 cup raw rice yields 3 cups cooked rice

1. Wash 1 cup of basmati rice until the water runs clear, then drain well.
2. In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil and add 1 teaspoon of salt.
3. Add the washed rice and 2 teaspoonso of ghee, olive oil, or coconut oil; bring to a simmer.
4. Cover, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 13 to 15 minutes, until the rice has absorbed all the water and the grains are soft.
5. Turn off the heat and let the rice set for 5 minutes, then fluff  with a fork and serve hot.
6. Garnish with an optional 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs, 1 teaspoon of ghee, olive or coconut oil and/or 2 tablespoons of toasted chopped nuts. Serve hot.

• Nourishes the bodily tissues
• Calms acidic digestion
• Grounds airy digestion
• Goes well with many dishes

Organic white basmati rice. Product of India.

Packaged in a facility that also processes milk.