Lemon Rice

This recipe is specifically meant to go with a shrimp dish, but would be good with many other dishes such as chicken or pork. From "Cuisine at Home" magazine.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1  cup water
• 1  teaspoon lemon zest, minced
• 2  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1⁄2 cup long grain rice
•  salt & freshly ground black pepper

Directions

1. In a saucepan, bring water and lemon juice to a boil.
2. Stir in rice, cover, reduce heat, and simmer until the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
3. Stir in lemon zest; season with salt and pepper.