Perfect Black Rice

Once so rare that only China's emperors were allowed to eat it. But now you can find it in many supermarkets. It has nutty floral flavors with a toothsome texture and contains compounds found in blueberries that may reduce risk of hear disease and cancer. you don't rinse this as the outer bran layer has antioxidants which may help lower cholesterol. Found this recipe in Martha Stewart Living Magazine

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 1  cup rice
• 1 3⁄4 cups water
• 1  pinch salt

Directions

1. Calculate ratios: I cup rice should be cooked in 1 3/4 cup water.
2. Don't rinse.
3. Go with a heavy thick bottomed pot to prevent scorching.
4. Simmer slowly: After coming to a boil, the rice should simmer, covered until it absorbs the water.
5. Steam to finish: Keep the rice covered, off heat to 10 minutes after cooking.