Instructions: For best results, always follow package directions. When directions are not available, use this easy method:
Combine 1 cup rice, liquid (see chart), 1 teaspoon salt (optional), and 1 tablespoon butter or margarine (optional) in 2- to 3-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling, stir once or twice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer. Cook according to time specified on chart. If rice is not quite tender or liquid is not absorbed, replace lid and cook 2 to 4 minutes longer. Fluff with fork.

+- -+ 1 Cup Uncooked Rice
Liquid Cooking Time
Regular-milled long grain 1-3/4 to 2 cups 15 minutes

Regular-milled medium 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 cups 15 minutes or short grain

Brown 2 to 2-1/2 cups 45-50 minutes

Parboiled 2 to 2-1/2 cups 45-50 minutes

Precooked, flavored Follow package or seasoned mixes
directions

MICROWAVE OVEN INSTRUCTIONS = Combine 1 cup rice, liquid (see chart), 1 teaspoon salt (optional) and 1 tablespoon butter or margarine (optional) in a 2- to 3-quart microproof baking dish.

Cover and cook on HIGH, 5 Minutes or until boiling. Reduce setting to MEDIUM (50% power) and cook 15 minutes (20 minute for parboiled rice and 30 minutes for brown rice). Fluff with fork.

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