Boiled Rice with Butter

Instructions:

1. Place the rice in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold running water, agitating the grains with your fingers for about 60 seconds until the water running through the bottom is clear.
2. Add the 2 cups of water, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp butter to a medium saucepan and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
3. Stir in the rinsed rice and bring the mixture back to a simmer.
4. Immediately turn the heat down to the lowest setting and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
5. Cook undisturbed for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
6. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 10 minutes to allow moisture to redistribute.
7. Remove the lid and use a fork to gently lift and separate the grains.