2 c. long grain rice
2 tbsp. oil
5 c. boiling water
2-3 tsp. curry powder
1/2 c. raisins
1/2 c. toasted coconut

Heat oil in a large Dutch oven. Add raw rice and saute until rice is golden brown. Carefully add the boiling water and curry powder. Cover and reduce flame to low and simmer 20 minutes. Turn off flame and let sit 10 minutes. Toss with raisins and coconut. Serve warm. Serves 8-10.