Indian Rice

I found this recipe on the internet; Madhur Jaffrey's Indian Cooking. I am always looking for recipes with turmeric (the poor man's saffron). Turmeric is powerfully rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions. Bay leaf also equals as an antioxidant star. Cinnamon is known to control blood sugar problems and cloves used to boost circulation, an analgesic, reducing pain and an anti-inflammatory.
The rice is delicious; with the Greek yogurt adding creamy comfort and tang.
Ingredients:

• 1 cup Lundberg basmati white rice
• 1 1/2 cup water
• 1 tablespoon ghee or unsalted butter
• 1 bay leaf
• 1-inch piece cinnamon stick
• 3 whole cloves
• 3/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 ounces plain Greek yogurt
• fresh ground black pepper

Directions:
In a medium saucepan with tight fitting lid add all the ingredients except yogurt. Bring to a rolling boil, cover with the lid and reduce heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and steam for 10 minutes with lid on. Remove the bay leaf and whole cloves. Add the yogurt mixing with a fork. Finish with fresh black pepper.