SIMPLE PILAU ------------ [simple rice pilau with spices and raisins; very easy] Ingredients: 1 cup basmati rice 1 tbsp oil (? - reduced b/c no onions, not sure of quantity though) 1 tsp cumin seeds 2 cloves 2 small pcs cinnamon salt 2 green cardamom pods 2 bay leaves 1/2 cup peas 2 tbsp raisins 2 cups water Directions: 1) Wash rice and soak in water for 15 minutes. 2) Heat oil and add cumin seeds, cloves, cinnamon, cardamom pods and bay leaves. Add rice and salt, fry for 2-3 minutes. Add raisins and water. 3) Cook on low heat 15-20 minutes; when cooked, cover with a dry cloth and let sit for a few minutes to absorb any moisture left in the rice.