Basmati Rice

Ingredients

• 2 cups basmati rice (14 oz)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 1/3 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt

Steps

1. Wash the rice through several changes of cold water, continuing until the water runs clear, then drain thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve. In a heavy 4-quart pot, melt the butter over moderate heat. Add the rice and stir as it cooks for 2 minutes. Mix in the water and salt, then bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to low, cover, and cook for about 20 minutes, until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid. Take the pot off the heat and leave it covered and undisturbed for 5 minutes. Gently fluff with a fork.