Bring water, bouillon, a tiny pinch of salt, and rice to a boil. Break up bouillon with a wooden spoon before water reaches a boil.

Reduce to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes. Remove from heat. Do not uncover. Let steam for 10 minutes.

Variations; Onions, bacon fat, butter, vegetable oil, olive oil, chicken stock, vegetable stock, pigeon peas, corn, bell pepper, cayenne, crushed pepper flakes, sofrito, beer, thyme, coriander seed, celery, celery seed, cumin, bacon, oregano, zucchini, yellow squash, scallions, chives, bay leaf, garlic, habanero, bacon, carrots, tomato puree, tomato paste, rum extract, coconut extract or milk, raisins, jalapeños, paprika, smoked paprika, shallots, pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, serrano, cilantro, chili powder, ground jalapeño powder, peppercorn melange, diced tomatoes, diced green chiles, lime zest, clove, allspice,