Mahatma Extra Long Grain White Rice

Cooking Directions on the Stove: 1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil (Cooking Measurement Chart: For moister rice, use 1/4 cup more water. Rice: 1 cup; Water 2 cups; Yield: 3 cups; Servings (3/4 cup cooked): 4. Rice: 2 cups; Water 4 cups; Yield: 6 cups; Servings (3/4 cup cooked): 8. Rice: Entire Package; Water: 5 cups; Yield: 7 1/2 cups; Servings (3/4 cup cooked): 10). 2. Stir in rice (Add 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired). 3. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until all water is absorbed. Cooking Directions in the Microwave (It is recommended that only 1 cup rice be prepared in the microwave at a time. Microwave ovens vary. Cooking times are approximate): 1. in a 2 quart microwave-safe dish, combine 2 cups water and 1 cup rice (Add 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired). 2. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power; microwave for 15 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes.