2 1/2 c. rice (long grain rice)
4 tbsp. oil
2 sm. bay leaves
1 onion, chopped
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 c. peeled and diced potatoes
1/2 c. cauliflower, cut in sm. pieces
1/2 c. green peas
1/2 c. sliced carrots
1/2 c. green beans
1/2 tsp. fresh ginger
4 1/2 c. water
Salt to taste
Raisins or cashew nuts (optional)

1. Heat oil in large pan.

2. Fry bay leaves for 1 minute.

3. Add onions and fry until brown.

4. Add cloves and cinnamon.

5. Add all vegetables or 1 or 2 vegetables if desired.

6. Add rice, mix well.

7. Stir and fry for 3 to 4 minutes.

8. Add water and salt.

9. Cover tightly on a slow fire.

10. Cook until rice is done and water is absorbed.

11. Garnish with fried onions, cashew nuts (soaked) and raisins, optional.

12. Serves 8 to 10.