HOW TO COOK RICE You will need one cup basmati rice per serving (75g), a knob of butter or half a tablespoon of oil. Measure the rice into a cup and level the top, or weigh the amount of

servings you want into a jug and note the liquid level it comes up to. Rinse the rice thoroughly in cold water until the water is clear. Pour the rice into a pan over a low heat, then add

the butter or oil and stir to coat the rice grains. Add double the amount of water (two cups, or 150ml water for a 75g serving) plus some salt, if you like. Put a lid on and turn the heat

down to as low as possible. Cook for 10 minutes and do not take the lid off. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve it straight away.