Perfect Basic White Rice

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan with a good fitting lid bring water, salt and optional ingredients if desired to a boil. The salt and butter are simply for flavor. The vinegar keeps your grains separated and gives you a prettier dish. No one will taste the vinegar at all!
2. 2
   Add rice and stir.
3. 3
   Cover and reduce heat to medium low. You will know that your temperature is correct if a little steam is visible leaking from the lid. A lot of steam means your heat is too high.
4. 4
   Cook for 20 minutes.
5. 5
   DO NOT LIFT LID!
6. 6
   The steam that is trapped inside the pan is what allows the rice to cook properly.
7. 7
   Remove from heat and fluff with fork.
8. 8
   Serve!