How to Make White Rice

The secret to making good rice is not to lift the lid while it's cooking. Serves four.

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• 2 c. rice
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• rice cookers
• Rice Cookers

1. • 1
     

     In a heavy pot with a lid, bring 2 c. water to a boil. Add rice and salt and lower heat.

   • 2
     

     Cover the pot and simmer rice for 15 to 20 minutes.

   • 3

     After 15 minutes, take off the pot lid and test a few grains of rice - if the center is at all crunchy, simmer a few more minutes.

   • 4
     

     Test rice again. When it's done, fluff it with a fork to let steam escape and help keep grains separate.