Sesame Rice

Directions

1. 1
   In a 1 1/2 to 2 -quart saucepan toast sesame seeds in butter over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until golden and transfer to a small plate.
2. 2
   In same pan bring water to a boil with salt and stir in rice.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to moderately low and simmer rice, covered, until most liquid is absorbed, about 15 minutes.
4. 4
   Stir in parsley and sesame seeds with any remaining butter on plate and fluff rice with fork.