Ingredients:
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
- 1 small onion, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Rinse the rice until water runs clear.
- Sauté onions and garlic in butter or oil.
- Toast the rice in the saucepan until slightly golden.
- Add broth, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer until rice is tender.
- Let it rest covered for 10 minutes.
- Fluff with a fork, garnish, and serve hot.
Enjoy your delicious, hotel-style rice!
By incorporating these easy yet effective secrets into your rice cooking routine, you can transform plain rice into a flavorful and aromatic side dish that will impress both family and guests. Don’t settle for bland and boring rice; experiment with different broths, aromatics, and seasonings to create your perfect rice recipe. Happy cooking!