Brown Rice (Baked)

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. 2
   Heat heavy skillet (I use cast iron) until hot. Add oil and then add uncooked brown rice.
3. 3
   Stir rice in oil until golden brown, stirring constantly. (some grains will be golden while other grains will look darker).
4. 4
   In the meantime heat water and add bay leaves, bouillon cubes, poultry seasoning, black pepper, minced onion flakes, parsley, oregano, basil and pepper flakes.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil.
6. 6
   When rice is golden and ready, pour rice into a covered 2 quart casserole dish.
7. 7
   Add the boiling liquid on top of the rice. CAREFUL! IT WILL SPUTTER.
8. 8
   Cover casserole with aluminum foil AND the cover for the casserole dish (to make sure steam does not escape from the rice).
9. 9
   Bake for 1 hour.
10. 10
    Remove from oven and let sit covered (DON'T PEEK!) for 15 minutes.
11. 11
    Fluff with fork before serving.