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microwave rice

(4 ratings)
Sandy1206 avatar
Recipe by
Sandy Johnson
@Sandy1206
Rochester, MN

I can't remember for sure where I got this recipe, but I've had it for over 20 years. Just use the old-fashioned, inexpensive rice and save money. It's no more effort than using the expensive 'instant' rice.

(4 ratings)
yield 3 - 4
prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min

Ingredients For microwave rice

  • 1 c
    regular rice
  • 2 c
    water
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter

How To Make microwave rice

  • 1
    Put all ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl. Allow room for expansion.
  • 2
    Cover with wax paper or a vented lid.
  • 3
    Microwave at full power for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.
  • 4
    Microwave at 50 percent power for 15 minutes. Fluff with fork.
  • 5
    Use this in any manner that you would use 'instant' rice.
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