Perfect long grain white rice

Ingredients:

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 0.5 tsp coarse salt

Preparation:

1. Combine rice, salt, and 1.5 cups of water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until all the liquid is absorbed, about 18 minutes.
2. Remove from heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff with a fork and serve.
   
   Note
   
   If using basmati rice, soak it in cold water and let it sit, covered, for 30 minutes. Then drain and cook as directed.