Coconut-Scented Rice with Almonds

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients:

• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups uncooked rice
• 1 ounce sliced almonds (1/4 to 1/3 cup)

Preparation:

In medium saucepan, bring milk and salt to a boil over medium-high heat, about 3 minutes. Stir in rice. Return to a boil, about 1 minute. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 5 to 6 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.

Meanwhile, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Dry-roast almonds until golden brown and fragrant, 1 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Transfer to a small plate and let cool for 1 minute. Using back of a spoon or fork, finely crush almonds. Or put almonds in a plastic bag and crush.

fluff rice with a fork, and stir in almonds.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings