How to make plain, (unseasoned) cooked rice
Use approx. 2 cups of liquid for 1 cup of white rice.
Combine rice and water in a saucepan (with a thick bottom) and give it a stir. Bring to a boil, then cover and low simmer for 12 minutes.
After 12 min., turn off heat but leave the cover on for about five more minutes for rice to 'set'' (rice will absorb any remaining moisture).
Here's an easy rice recipe (from scratch):
1 cup dry, long grain white rice
2 cups of water or chicken broth
1 tsp butter
1/2 teaspoon salt (if desired) or measured to taste
Add seasonings (see below)
Suggested seasonings (all or some of the following): 2 or 3 tablespoons of grated carrot, 2 or 3 tablespoons chopped red bell pepper, 2 or 3 tablespoons diced celery, 1/4 cup chopped onion, and 1 minced garlic clove. When rice is cooked and ready to serve, toss carefully along with chopped fresh scallions (or chopped parsley) for garnish.
Method:
Same as for plain rice. Turn on the heat and bring to a boil. Drop in onions, garlic clove and other seasonings and stir. Allow to bubble for about 1 minute then cover and reduce heat to a low simmer. Cook covered rice (on low simmer) for 12 to 15 minutes
Do not remove the cover right away. Let rice rest for another 3 to 5 minutes. Uncover and add garnish. Toss rice carefully with all the ingredients before serving. Yields 2 to 4. Enjoy!
Note: You can add more liquid if you prefer a more 'mushy' consistency.
