One Bowl Rice

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 1 ½ cups water
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Salt, to taste

Directions

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the rice, water and butter. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid. Simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Remove the pan from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
4. Uncover the pan and fluff the rice with a fork. Taste and add salt, if desired.
5. Serve the rice warm.

Interesting Facts

• Rice is a staple food in many countries around the world.
• It is believed that rice was first cultivated in China over 5,000 years ago.
• Rice is a good source of complex carbohydrates and is high in dietary fiber.