Now add the rice and give it a good stir to coat the rice, then add in the water. Give it a good mix and season well. Bright to the boil then turn the heat as low as you can, leave the rice to cook with the lid on (leaving a very small gap to let out the steam) for about 30 mins. checking every 10 minutes to ensure that the rice is cooking evenly. You might need to stir it, but please do not over stir.