Rice Pilaf

By akselden

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 T butter
• 1/2 medium onion, minced
• 1 large pinch kosher salt
• 1 1/2 cups long-grain rice
• 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 1 Bay Leaf

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large, heavy lidded pan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add onions and kosher salt. Sweat the onions until they are aromatic, stirring constantly. Add the rice and stir until thoroughly coated. Continue stirring until rice smells nutty. Add the chicken broth and bay leaf. Bring to a boil. Stir once, cover pan, and place in oven. Bake for 25 minutes. Let rest at room temperature, cover for 10-20 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork. Serve with chicken.