Bring to a boil, cover, turn down heat, and simmer for 14 minutes.  (For brown rice, add an extra 1/4 cup water and simmer for 45 minutes.)  At the end of that time, uncover and stir in some milk and sugar to taste.  This is especially good with raisins added.  Some nutmeg makes it taste like rice pudding.

If your family likes hot cereal, this next recipe would fit the bill.