Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice
• 3 cups water
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp butter or oil (optional)

Steps

1. Rinse rice in cold water until water runs mostly clear.
2. Combine rice, water, salt, and butter in a pot. Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat to lowest setting, cover tightly, and cook 15 minutes. ⏱ 15:00
4. Remove from heat, keep lid on, and let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. ⏱ 5:00