Basmati Rice

I make this rice a lot, so I am going to make a post for it all by itself!

1 part Rice
2 parts Water
1/2 tsp Salt
1 tbsp oil(flavoured, olive, or butter)

Basmati rice is best when soaked for 20 to 30 minutes before cooking, but it is not necessary. Add rice and water to pot of sufficient size, with oil and salt. Stir, cover and simmer on medium heat for 15 minutes(I peek inside to see if the water has boiled away sufficiently, and then replace the lid and let it simmer for 30 seconds more to allow it to regain any heat lost) Allow to sit for 5 minutes more, then fluff and serve! I add many different flavours to my rice, soy sauce for friend rice, garlic for rice with pasta sauce and chicken! I LOVE this rice, for that reason alone.