## **Common Mistakes That Make It Worse**
Before jumping into solutions, let’s look at what often *causes* the mess:
* Using a pot that’s too small
* Cooking rice on high heat the entire time
* Not rinsing the rice
* Using too much water
* Covering the pot too tightly
Any one of these can turn a calm simmer into a stovetop disaster.
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## **Solution #1: Rinse Your Rice Thoroughly**
This is the **single most effective** way to reduce boil-overs.
### **Why It Works**
Rinsing rice removes excess surface starch. Less starch in the water means:
* Fewer stable bubbles
* Less foam formation
* Lower chance of overflow
### **How to Do It Properly**
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