How to cook rice
- Rinse the rice. This helps get rid of extra starchiness that makes the rice stickier than it needs to be. Use a strainer, and rinse until the water runs clear.
- The rule of thumb to cooking rice is the ratio is always 2 parts water to 1 part rice. From there you can adjust based on the instructions on the package.
- Bring water to a boil. If package instructions suggest adding vegetable oil, swap it out with butter for a more homey flavor.
- Add the rice once the water is boiling, and then bring it to a steady simmer.
- Cover the saucepan and then lower the temperature. DO NOT LIFT THE LID! It’s tempting, but the steam is crucial.
- After around 18 minutes, check the rice. If the rice is cooked and there’s extra water, do not worry! Just simply drain that water by tilting the pan.
- Fluff the rice with a fork.
