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Spiced Basmati Rice

The bay leaves give a faint flavor akin to allspice, and the cinnamon stick contributes its own subtle note.

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A bowl of basmati rice alongside Lebanese lamb and bean stew.
Yanes,Romulo A

You'll want to eat a big bowl of this rice all on it's own. But it's even better served under a warming Lebanese-spiced lamb and bean stew.

Cooks' note:

Rice can be made 1 day ahead and cooled completely, uncovered, then chilled in an airtight container. Reheat rice, its surface covered with a dampened paper towel, in a colander set over a saucepan of boiling water, covered, 5 to 10 minutes.

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