The simple simmering method described in the main recipe and variation—for brown rice— are the same. Only the time and the main components— rice and liquid—change.

Makes: 4 servings
Time: 20 to 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 1 ⁄ 2 cups white rice

• Large pinch salt

Instructions

1. Put the rice in a medium saucepan with water to cover by about 1 inch. Add the salt and …