Savory Onion Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Boil the rice and set aside.
2. 2
   Chop the onion into thin strips and mince the garlic.
3. 3
   Saute the onion and garlic in the olive oil over medium heat for 5 minutes, in a large, covered pan.
4. 4
   Add the butter, thyme, salt, and pepper and stir.
5. 5
   Add the beef broth and turn the heat up to medium-high.
6. 6
   Stir in the white wine and simmer over medium-high heat for 10 minutes, uncovered.
7. 7
   While the mixture is simmering, combine the flour and cold water.
8. 8
   Mix it in a bowl and masssage the mixture until the lumps are gone and set it aside.
9. 9
   After simmering for 10 minutes, add the water/flour mixture and stir well.
10. 10
    Take mixture off the heat immediately and pour over the rice in a pot or bowl.
11. 11
    Add the cognac, mix and serve while hot.