But the base of any good rice bowl is, you guessed it, rice. So what's the best way to cook rice? You can use your Instant Pot, a dedicated rice cooker, the stove or even a microwave.

These 80 classic and creative rice recipes will give you plenty of ideas for transforming this humble pantry ingredient into something special.

Photo Credit: Istock. Here Are 4 Different Ways To Cook Rice: 1. Stovetop. Using a stovetop is the most convenient method for cooking rice. To begin with, thoroughly wash the rice under cold water.

That cloudy water left after boiling rice is usually tossed away. But this humble leftover is full of nutrients and gentle ...