Lemon Rice

Directions

1. 1
   In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-low heat. Add celery and green onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. 2
   Stir in rice and cook, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes, coating all grains with the butter.
3. 3
   Stir in stock, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper and bay leaf.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low.
5. 5
   Cover pan and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes, or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
6. 6
   Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 to 8 minutes.
7. 7
   Discard bay leaf. Add parsley and toss rice lightly with a fork to mix and fluff. Serve hot.
8. 8
   Makes
9. 9
   6 servings.