Mahatma Extra Long Grain White Rice

To retain vitamins, do not rinse before or drain after cooking. Cooking Directions on the Stove: 1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil(a). 2. Stir in rice(b). 3. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes or until all water is absorbed. (a)Cooking Measurements: For drier rice, use 1/4 cup less water. For moister rice, use 1/4 cup more water. 1 cup rice; 2-1/4 cups water; 3 cups yield; 4 servings (3/4 cup cooked). 2 cups rice; 4-1/2 cups water; 6 cups yield; 8 servings (3/4 cup cooked). 3 cups rice; 6-3/4 cups water; 9 cups yield; 12 servings (3/4 cup cooked). (b) Add 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired. Cooking Directions in the Microwave(c): 1. In a 2 quart-microwave-safe dish combine 2-1/4 cups water and 1 cup rice(b). 2. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power; microwave for 25 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. (b)Add 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired. (c)It is recommended that only 1 cup rice be prepared in the microwave at a time. Microwave ovens vary. Cooking times are approximate. Pull to open.