Burmese-Style Coconut Spiced Fruit Rice

1 ts Vegetable oil

1 c Chopped onion

1/2 c Water, divided

4 c Cooked white rice,

-unseasoned 4 tb Grated coconut or:

2 ts Coconut flavoring)

3 Bay leaves

1 ts Ground cinnamon

1/4 ts Curry powder

1/4 ts Ground tumeric

1/4 ts Ground cloves

Salt and pepper to taste Combine oil, onion and 2 tablespoons water in large non-stick skillet. Cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until water evaporates and onion begins to brown. Add remaining water and all other ingredients; lower heat. Cover and cook until heated through. Remove bay leaves before serving.