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Organic Whole Grain Brown Rice.

Microwave: Microwave Cooking Directions***

1. Combine 1 cup brown rice and 3 cups water in a 2 1/2 quart microwave-safe dish.

2. Microwave uncovered on high for 10 minutes.

3. Reduce power to 50% microwave uncovered for 20 minutes.

4. Allow rice to sit for 5 minutes.

5. Fluff with fork and serve. Do not add salt or butter to the rice until after the rice is cooked.

Note: These directions are based on cooking in an 1100 Watt microwave oven only. Cooking in a higher power microwave oven is not recommended. Cooking in a lower power microwave oven requires a longer time to cook. If your microwave does not have variable power settings follow manufacturer's directions.

***It is recommended that only 1 cup rice be prepared in the microwave at a time. Microwave ovens vary. Cooking times are approximate. Reconstitute: Cooking Directions on the Stove

1. In saucepan, bring water to a boil.*

2. Stir in rice.**

3. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes or until all water is absorbed.

*Cooking Measurement Chart

For drier rice use 1/4 cup less water. For moister rice, use 1/4 more water.

Rice

1 cup.

2 cups.

3 cups.

Water

2 1/2 cups.

5 cups.

7 1/2 cups.

Makes

3 1/2 cups.

7 cups.

10 1/2 cups.

Servings (3/4 Cup Cooked)

5.

9.

14.

**Add 1 Tbsp butter and 1 tsp salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired.