Oven-Steamed Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/2 c. raw white rice
dash of pepper
3 1/2 c. boiling water
1 1/2 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350\u00b0.
In a 1 1/2-quart ungreased casserole with tight fitting lid, combine all ingredients.
Cover and bake for 45 minutes (don't peek; don't stir).
To serve, fluff up lightly with a fork.
Serves 6 to 8.