"marco" > wrote in message
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> the directions for brown rice:
>
> Bring water to a rolling boil
> in "uncovered" container.
> I think I've seen these directions before
> for frozen vegetables.
>
> uncovered? why?
> it takes Longer to boil if uncovered

Maybe because you'll notice it faster with the lid off?