Steamed Rice

Directions

1. 1
   In a 3 to 4 quart heavy saucepan bring water with salt to a boil.
2. 2
   Add rice and cook, stirring, until water return to a boil.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to low and simmer until surface of rice is covered with steam holes, 8 to 10 minutes.
4. 4
   Cover pan and cook rice until it is tender and all water is absorbed, about 15 minutes more.
5. 5
   Remove pan from heat and let stand, undisturbed, 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Fluff rice with a fork.
7. 7
   Rice may be made 3 days ahead and cooled completely before being chilled, covered.
8. 8
   Reheat rice in a lightly oiled colander set over a saucepan of boiling water and covered.
9. 9
   Makes about 9 cups.