Making white rice is a simple yet classic cooking technique. Generally, you start by rinsing 1 cup of rice to remove excess starch, which can make it sticky. Then, combine it with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt in a pot. Bring it to a boil, reduce the heat, and let it simmer covered for about 18 minutes. Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Do you have any specific dishes in mind you'd like to pair with your white rice?