sticky white rice

1 cup japanese white rice (Calrose)
1-1/2 cups water

1. Put the rice in a pot and wash with cold water.
2. Repeat washing until the water becomes clear.
3. Drain the rice, removing as much of the water as possible.
4. Add water to pot.
5. Let the rice soak in the water at least 30 min. One hour is ideal.
6. If you are cooking the rice in a pot, cover the pot with a lid and bring to a boil over high heat.
7. Once the water boils, turn the heat down very low and cook about 15-20 min. until the water is almost gone.
8. Remove the pan from the heat and let it steam for 10-15 minutes before serving.