Beginner'S Rice

Directions

1. 1
   In a 3-quart saucepan, bring the water, salt, and butter to a rolling boil. Add in the dry rice and stir.
2. 2
   Reduce the heat to very low, a simmer, and cover.
3. 3
   Check the rice after 12 minutes and stir. If it's gooey-looking or still wet, re-cover and check it again in 5 more minutes. It should be done at this point.
4. 4
   Fluff it up with a spoon and take it off the heat. Cover again until you're ready to serve.