Done right, this popular rice should be a bit dry to soak up soup or curry.

Ingredients:

• 2 Cup extra-long grain rice
• 2 ½ Cup water

Preparation:

1. Boil rice and water, uncovered, for 2-3 minutes over high heat in a deep saucepan
2. Cover pan, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes (till all water is absorbed)
3. Remove from heat, still covered, for 10 minutes
   Fluff with fork and serve hot


Makes 6 Cups