Perfect, Quick And Easy Basmati Rice - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 cup basmati rice
5 cups water
1 teaspoon salt (optional)

Preparation

In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil.
Add rice (and salt, if using) and stir. Bring back to a boil.
Once boiling, reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes partially covered, stirring once.
Drain water well and place back into warm pan, Cover and let sit OFF HEAT until ready to serve. I wait at least 10 minutes.
Fluff with a fork and serve.
If using an electric stove, you may need to use 2 burners to reduce the heat to a simmer more quickly (one for high temperature, one for medium-low or low).
Makes plain, fluffy rice. Adjust seasonings as you wish. (Salt, chicken stock, saffron, raisins, almonds etc.).
Times are for 10 minute cook and 10 minute rest.