Pilaf with Almonds

(Bademli Pilav)

1 cup rice, washed and drained
2 cups water
1 tbsp butter
1/2 cup blanched almonds
1 tsp salt

Roast the almonds in a medium-sized pot until they're light brown. Put aside.

Pour the water in a medium sized pot along with salt and butter. When it starts boiling, add the rice. Cook on low heat with the lid half covered until the water has evaporated. Then add roasted almonds and stir. Serve while still warm.

* This is a vegetarian dish.