Mahatma Basmati Imported Indian Fragrant Rice

Cooking
Directions on the Stove: 1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil
(Cooking Measurement Chart: For drier rice, use 1/4 cup less water. For
moister rice, use 1/4 cup more water. To make 4 (3/4 cup cooked)
servings and yield 3 cups use 1 cup rice and 1-3/4 cups water. To make 8
(3/4 cup cooked) servings and yield 6 cups use 2 cups rice and 3-1/2
cups water. To make 12 (3/4 cup cooked) servings and yield 9 cups use 3
cups rice and 5-1/4 cups water). 2. Stir in rice (add 1 tbsp tub
margarine and 1 tsp salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired). 3.
Cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until all water is
absorbed. Cooking Directions in the Microwave (It is recommended that
only 1 cup rice be prepared in the microwave at a time. Microwave ovens
vary. Cooking times are approximate): 1. In a 2-quart microwave-safe
dish, combine 2 cups water and 1 cup rice (add 1 tbsp tub margarine and 1
tsp salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired). 2. Cover and microwave
on high for 5 minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power, microwave for 15
minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Traditional Cooking Directions: In a
large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil. Measure 1 to 2 cups of
Mahatma Basmati Rice and add to boiling water. Boil uncovered for 12
minutes. Drain and rinse in a strainer with hot water. Increase water to
12 cups to cook 3 cups of rice. For a more authentic result, soak rice
in cold water for 15 minutes before cooking and reduce cooking time to
10 minutes. Do not rinse. Cooking Tips: Rice dress it up! The
versatility of rice is just one of its key benefits. Below are simple
ways to make aromatic rice even more special. Starting with hot, cooked
rice – Sprinkle with fried scallions, shallots, garlic or ginger. Add
grated lemon zest, chopped fresh mint, a dab of butter and cooked peas.
Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and sauteed onions. Season with toasted
sesame oil or tamari. Stir in chopped dried fruit and toasted nuts. When
preparing – Saute garlic, add rice and cook in chicken broth. Add whole
cloves and a stick of cinnamon while cooking rice. For perfect pilafs,
saute rice in oil to firm and toast the starchy exterior.