Step 1

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat for about a minute. Add rice, salt and pepper.

Step 2

Stir mixture for about 30 seconds, until rice is evenly coated in the oil and some of the rice grains appear to turn translucent.

Step 3

Add the water to the saucepan, increase heat to medium high heat and bring mixture to a boil.

Step 4

As soon as mixture boils, reduce heat to low and cover saucepan with a lid. Set a timer for 15 minutes.

Step 5

When timer is done, turn stove off but leave saucepan as it is, do not open the lid. Let it sit for at least 5 minutes, or until ready to serve.

Step 6

Before serving, fluff gently with a fork.