Rice Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Rinse the Rice

   Begin by rinsing the long grain rice under cold water in a fine mesh strainer. This will help remove excess starch and prevent the rice from becoming sticky.

2. 2

   Measure Water

   In a medium saucepan, measure out 2 cups of water. This will be used to cook the rice.

3. 3

   Add Ingredients to Pot

   Add the rinsed rice, 1 tsp of salt, and the optional butter or oil to the saucepan with water. Stir gently to combine.

4. 4

   Bring to a Boil

   Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the water to a boil. Keep an eye on it to prevent it from boiling over.

5. 5

   Simmer the Rice

   Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid, and let it simmer for about 18-20 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time.

6. 6

   Check the Rice

   After 18-20 minutes, check to see if the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender. If it’s not quite done, cover and simmer for another 2-3 minutes.

7. 7

   Fluff and Serve

   Once the rice is cooked, remove it from the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then, use a fork to fluff the rice before serving.