Basmati Rice

Plain old white rice is okay, but gets a little boring.  Basmati has a mild yet interesting flavor - and it smells like popcorn!  It doesn't take too much longer than Minute Rice, and is infinitely more tasty.

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 cup Basmati rice
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 2 T butter or margarine

Bring the water to a boil.  Add the remaining ingredients and continue boiling until the rice absorbs about 90% of the water.  Cover and turn the heat down to low; let sit for 10 minutes.

**If you want it to be extra gooey and tasty, stir in another T of butter before serving.**