Ginger Rice

Directions

Yield: Serves 6 to 8

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In an oven-safe saucepan, mix together the beer, rice, butter, ginger and bay leaf. Season lightly with salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and  and boil until the bubbles on top of the rice and beer form holes in the surface.
3. Cover tightly with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer the pan to the oven. Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
4. Remove the pan from the oven, fluff the rice with a fork, and remove and discard the bay leaf. Add the chopped scallions and serve right away or cover to keep warm.