Rice is a staple in cuisines worldwide, yet it trips up even experienced cooks. Here is the simple, reliable method.
Rinse your rice under cold water until the water runs nearly clear. This removes excess starch that causes stickiness.
For long-grain white rice: 1 cup rice to 1¾ cups water. Bring to a boil, reduce to the lowest heat, cover tightly, and cook for 15 minutes.
Do not lift the lid during cooking. After 15 minutes, remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes. Then fluff gently with a fork.