Basic brown rice is a great platform. It makes a significant contribution to soups, salads, and casseroles. You can cook brown rice in minutes in a pressure cooker. Use it right away or let cool and store it to use later. I like to dress brown rice with olive oil, salt, and pepper and serve it as a side dish.
MAKES 4 CUPS
INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups brown rice, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups water
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
- Melt the butter in the pressure cooker over medium-high heat.
- Add the rice and stir to coat.
- Stir in the water.
- Lock the lid in place and cook at high pressure for 18 minutes.
- Release the pressure naturally and remove the lid, tilting the pot away from you to avoid the escaping steam.
- Fluff the rice, season with salt and pepper, and serve.
- Alternatively, let the rice cool and store it in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
