Real Food Recipes - Soft and Savory Brown Rice

2 c. long-grain Jasmine brown rice or other long-grain brown rice
2 T. real butter
2 T. extra-virgin, expeller-pressed olive oil
3 cardamom pods, opened and seeds removed (throw out pods away; use only seeds)
4 c. homemade chicken bone stock (click here for recipe) or 1 (32-oz.) can organic chicken stock
1 T. gelatin, such as Knox (optional)
1/2 t. real salt

Directions: In a heavy large skillet (with tight-fitting lid), melt butter; add olive oil. Add cardamom seeds t the pan. Add rice and saute, stirring constantly until rice begins to turn a milky color. Pour in stock or broth, add salt and optional gelatin and bring to a boil. Boil, uncovered, for about 10 minutes until water has reduce to the level of the rice. Reduce heat to lowest setting, cover and cook for at least 1 1/2 hours. Do not remove lid during cooking time. Serves 6 to 8.