Ingredients
1 cup uncooked rice
2 cup cold water
1/2 to 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
Put rice, water, and salt in a 2-quart saucepan; cover with a
tight-fitting lid. Bring to a vigorous boil then turn heat as low as
possible. Continue to cook 14 minutes. Do not stir or lift cover.
Turn off heat; allow rice to steam, covered, for 10 minutes more
Makes 3 cups.
Servings: 3 servings
American-Style Rice Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Rice; Vegetable
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