Portuguese-style Rice

Description

Contributed by World Recipes Y-Group

This Y-group is international. Good food from all parts of the world. A place where we can share the wonderful food from all over the world.

Ingredients

• 1 linguica sausage, about 6 ounces, cut on ¼-inch dice
• ¾ cup raw long-grain white rice
• 1½ cups water
• pinch salt
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Sauté diced sausage in a heavy saucepan until browned, about 5 minutes.
2. Drain off excess fat.
3. Add rice, stirring well to coat grains.
4. Add water and salt, and bring a boil.
5. Lower heat, cover pan, and simmer for 19 minutes, or until grains are soft and water has evaporated.
6. Stir in cilantro.