How to Cook Perfect Brown Rice

For 4 -6 servings, How to Cook Perfect Brown Rice keeps the list centered on brown rice, water and salt. Set aside about 35 minutes.

• Yield 4 -6 servings
• Ready in 35 minutes
• Prep 5 minutes
• Cook 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup brown rice
• 6 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)

Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil in a large pot with a tight-fitting lid. While the water is coming to a boil, rinse the rice under cold water for 30 seconds. When the water comes to a boil, stir in the rice and salt (optional), stirring once.
2. Boil, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
3. Pour the rice into a strainer/colander set in the sink. Let the rice drain for 10-15 seconds then return it to the pot off the heat (it will still be a bit moist).
4. Immediately cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid. If your lid isn't really tight, place a kitchen towel over the pot before nesting the lid tightly into the pot. Let the rice steam for 10 minutes before uncovering the pot and fluffing the rice with a fork. Season with more salt, if desired.

Give it a minute off the heat, then serve it while it is still hot.