Step 1

In a medium size pot, over medium-high heat, melt the butter until it's sizzling slightly. Add in the onion and cook until tender, about 3 minutes, then add in the garlic and cook until fragrant.

Step 2

Stir in the rice and toast in the butter for about 2 minutes. Pour in the broth, salt, pepper and bay leaves and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to a simmer, then cover the pot with a lid. Let the rice cook for about 18 minutes then remove the pot from the heat and let sit (with the lid on) for an additional 3 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Remove and discard the bay leaves.