Rinse the brown rice under cold water until the water runs clear
Add 1 cup brown rice and 2 to 2.5 cups water to a pot
Add a pinch of salt if desired
Bring the water to a boil
Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot
Simmer for 40 to 50 minutes until the water is absorbed
Remove the pot from the heat
Let the rice sit, covered, for 10 minutes
Fluff the rice with a fork before serving