On the Stove
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In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in rice. If desired, add 1 tablespoon tub margarine and 1 teaspoon salt per cup of uncooked rice. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
For drier rice, use 1/4 cup less water. Or, for moister rice, use 1/4 cup more water.
Rice
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1 cup
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2 cups
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3 cups
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Water
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1-3/4 cups
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3-1/2 cups
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5-1/4 cups
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Yield
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3 cups
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6 cups
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9 cups
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Servings (3/4 cup cooked)
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4
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8
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12
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If you have a pressure cooker, click here for cooking ideas for preparing rice in a pressure cooker.
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In the Microwave
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In a 2 quart microwave safe dish, combine 2 cups water with 1 cup rice. It is recommended that only 1 cup rice be prepared in the microwave at a
time. Microwave ovens vary. Cooking times are approximate.
Cover and microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power, microwave for 15 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes.
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Cooking Directions and Other Serving Suggestions
In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Measure 1 to 2 cups of rice and add to boiling water. Boil uncovered for 12 minutes. Drain and rinse in a strainer with hot water.
Increase water to 12 cups to cook 3 cups of rice.
For a more authentic result, soak rice in cold water for 15 minutes before cooking and reduce cooking time to 10 minutes. DO NOT RINSE.