In theory, cooking rice is about as easy as it gets, requiring two ingredients and heat. But without some know-how or at least an awesome rice cooker, what should be a fluffy, soft pile of aromatic ...

Rice is a staple food in many cultures across the globe. It is important as a high-calorie food that is usually affordable and available for purchase in bulk.‌ Many different countries and cultures ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Stovetop rice seems easy enough—you measure out the rice and water and set it on the burner. But there are a number of ...

Rice is a versatile grain that goes with many dishes. Even if you don't make it regularly, there are lots of advantages to ...

I am writer based in Brooklyn, New York. Imagine a perfect pot of rice. When you open the lid, you’re hit with a rush of fragrant steam. As you spoon into the top layer, you find rice grains that are ...

Considering rice is a staple food for people all over the world, cooking it isn’t as foolproof as you might expect. How well you rinse it, how tightfitting your lid is and how often you lift that lid ...

Cooking rice perfectly on a stovetop is dependent on so many factors: the burner’s level, the pot’s insulation, the lid’s seal, and even the kitchen’s humidity. Rice cookers shrug off all those ...

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