Rice Pilaf		Serves 4
1 small onion, minced		½ tsp. dried oregano
1 tbsp. olive oil		½ tsp. turmeric
1 cup uncooked rice		¼ tsp. dried tarragon
1½ cups chicken broth		1 bay leaf
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In an iron skillet, sauté the onion in the oil over moderate heat for 2 minutes.
Add rice and continue cooking for 3 minutes to coat it, stirring frequently.
Add remaining ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer
until broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and serve.