Rice and Ham Vinaigrette

Cook the rice in two quarts boiling salted water until it is tender. Drain in a colander, place the colander over boiling water, and steam the rice briefly until it is fluffy and the grains stand apart. Refrigerate the rice.

When the rice is thoroughly chilled, combine it with the ham, parsley, chives and capers in a large mixing bowl. Refrigerate whi