How to Cook Rice

So many myths about how to cook rice! Do you need a rice-maker? How do you keep it from becoming sticky? This is a tried and true method for cooking great rice quickly and simply.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Bag of short- or long-grain rice (we prefer Basmati, but this is not necessary)
• Water
• Medium-size sauce pan
• Fork
• Stove

1. Fill any size glass you wish with rice. Pour into pan. Fill that same cup with cold water twice, and pour into pan before placing on stove. Swirl it until the rice is evenly distributed over the bottom of the pan.

2. Set burner to high and cover (leave a crack). Once it boils, remove from flame and stir rice until it's again evenly distributed across the bottom of the pot. Return to heat on low. Leave a very small crack in the lid.

3. Leave rice untouched for 18 minutes, then remove from heat. After 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, almost as though you're raking leaves. Empty pot onto a plate, platter, or bowl of your choice. Bon appetit!

Tips & Warnings

• Avoid the temptation to stir the rice while it's cooking.
• So-called "wild rice" is actually not a rice at all, so use a different recipe if that is what you're preparing.
• Don't buy a "rice cooker." They waste space, and your resources!

[angelita8]

on 9/3/2009 yawn

[Ladybugblue]

on 6/10/2009 Good tips on cooking rice! 5* & recommended!

[PABechko]

on 6/9/2009 Thanks for how to cook rice. I've never done a great job with it -- I'll try your method.

[starlet67]

on 5/22/2009 Great tips for cooking rice!5*

[greatgreat8]

on 5/17/2009 great job, love rice