6 Servings 40 min Cook
2 Tbsp Butter
3 1/3 Cup Water
2 Cup White Rice
1 Tsp Salt
Rinse rice in several changes of cold water until water runs clear.
Drain well in a fine-mesh sieve.
Melt butter in a 4-quart heavy pot over moderate heat, then add rice and cook, stirring, 2 minutes.
Stir in water and salt and bring to a boil over high heat.
Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Let stand, covered and undisturbed, 5 minutes.
Fluff rice gently with a fork.