Spiced Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse rice 3 to 4 times.
2. 2
   Melt butter and a little oil in the pot you re cooking the rice in.
3. 3
   Once onion is tender add uncooked rice and stir to coat and brown just a bit.
4. 4
   Add cinnamon (I buy the cinnamon found in the bags in the Mexican section of the grocery store they are cheaper but still flavorful).
5. 5
   Add the whole cloves.
6. 6
   Add appropriate amount of water, put lid on, and cook for the recommended time WITHOUT removing lid.
7. 7
   Once done remove lid (test for doneness though), remove whole cloves and sticks of cinnamon.
8. 8
   Stir in golden raisins and let sit for about 10 minutes.