Directions

1. Combine the rice, salt and 1 1/2 cups water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until all liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.

2. Combine rice, salt, bay leaves and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until all liquid is absorbed. About 16 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes.

3. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or foil.

4. Spread the rice onto the prepared baking sheet. Bake the rice for 5 minutes.

5. Remove the pan from the oven. Dice butter and place throughout rice. Season with pepper.  Bake for 5 more minutes.

6. Stir to combine the melted butter, pepper, and rice, chopped parsley, and serve immediately.