Arabic Plain Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/4 c. margarine or butter
1 c. uncooked rice (long grain)
2 c. water, boiled
1 Tbsp. salt or less, if desired

Preparation

Melt butter or margarine in saucepan.
Rinse rice in cold water, drain and add to butter.
Saute for a few minutes.
Add boiling water and salt.
Cover, lower heat and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender.
Rice is done when all water is absorbed and kernels are flaky.
Serves 4.