CINNAMON RICE

2 cups (500 ml) water
1 one-inch (2.5 cm) piece of cinnamon stick
1 cardamom pod, or 1/2 tsp (2 ml) ground cardamom
1 whole clove
1 cup long-grain rice, preferably basmati

Combine the water, cinnamon, cardamom, and clove inn a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Add the rice and stir once. Cover and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook covered for 15 to 20 minutes, until all the water is absorbed. Remove the cinnamon stick, cardamom pod, and clove before serving. Serves 4.

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