Bens Original Parboiled Long Grain Rice is rice that has been partially boiled therefore reducing the cooking time. - The ideal ratio for cooking Parboiled Rice is 2:1, which means 2 cups of water per each cup of rice. This rice can be cooked over the stove, in a rice cooker, slow cooker or even in the microwave. - Gluten Free - How To Cook Bens Original Parboiled Long Grain Rice1. Stove Top Combine 1 cup of Uncle Ben's Converted Rice (Ben's Original Parboiled Long Grain White Rice) with 2-1/4 cups of water in a medium saucepan. - Place the saucepan on the stove and bring the rice and water mixture to a boil over high heat. - Once it reaches a boiling point, reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan. Allow the rice to simmer for approximately 20 minutes. - After the cooking time, take the saucepan off the stove, but do not remove the lid. Let the rice rest at room temperature for about 5 minutes. If the rice hasn't fully absorbed the water, leave it for an additional 3 minutes and then check again. - To serve, gently fluff the rice with a fork before enjoying your meal. 2. Microwave Oven - In a medium-sized microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 cup of Uncle Ben's Converted Rice (Ben's Original Parboiled Long Grain White Rice) with 2-1/4 cups of water. - Cover the bowl using a microwave-safe lid or plate and microwave on high for 8 minutes. - After 8 minutes, take out the bowl, stir the rice, and then return it to the microwave. - Continue microwaving the rice on medium power (50 percent) for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, stirring the rice every 5 minutes. - Once most of the water has been absorbed, remove the bowl from the microwave. - Cover the bowl and let the rice stand at room temperature for 5 minutes. If the rice hasn't fully absorbed the water, allow it to stand for another 3 minutes and check again. - Before serving, gently fluff the rice with a fork. - Important Tips:This method yields enough rice for four 1-cup servings. - Avoid rinsing the rice before or after cooking, as doing so may cause loss of vitamins. - Keep in mind that the required microwave cooking time may vary depending on the model you're using.