Pine Nut and Basil Rice

Directions

1. 1
   In a 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan cook pine nuts in oil over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden, about 2 minutes.
2. 2
   With a slotted spoon transfer pine nuts to a bowl.
3. 3
   Add rice to oil in pan and cook over moderately low heat, stirring, 1 minute.
4. 4
   Add water and bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Cover rice and cook over very low heat until water is absorbed and rice is tender, about 18 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove pan from heat and let rice stand, undisturbed, 5 minutes.
7. 7
   Finely chop basil.
8. 8
   Fluff rice with a fork and stir in basil, pine nuts, and salt and pepper to taste.