Soaked Brown Rice

Add the following to a medium glass bowl:

1 1/2 cups medium grain brown rice
3 cups cold water
2 tbsp salt
1 1/2 tbsp rice vinegar (optional)
2 tbsp wheat bran (optional)

Cover the bowl and let sit at room temperature for 6-8 hours, then either move the bowl to the refrigerator or drain and rinse the rice thoroughly under cool running water.

Preheat your oven to 375°F, then add the rice to a pyrex baking dish along with:

2 cups boiling water or broth
1/2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil

Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 75 minutes, until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and serve.