Is this item really only two pounds for over thirteen dollars?

I just paid $2.86 on subscribe and save. Sounds like it was a third-party seller. (Or should we say a third party gouger)

How would I microwave it? I have difficulty cooking on my stovetop.

combine 1/2 cup rice and 1-1/2 cups water in a 1-1/2 quart microwave safe dish. Microwave uncovered on High for 8-10 minutes. Reduce power to 50%, microwave covered about 15-20 minutes. Allow rice to sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Do not add salt or butter until after rice is cooked. Should make about 2-1/2 cups rice.

Uncle Ben's Converted Rice has been parboiled. It is the reason it both looks different and cooks differently than other long grain rices.

can i microwave these bags?

This is a single bag of uncooked brown rice. I suspect you're confusing this with a "boil in the bag" rice. You can microwave this, but uncooked brown rice takes a LONG time to microwave (instuctions in answers here and various Youtube videos, etc). I just checked and the Uncle Ben's boil in bag whole brown rice costs almost as much as this whole bag. It cooks much quicker (being parboiled), but this bag gives you 20 servings, where a box (with 4 bags) of the boil in bag product only gives you 4 servings. So it's a trade-off of money vs. time, and there are some potential differences (less nutrients) with parboiled rice, per internet searches. At least both products show no additives, sodium, etc. so they're actually just a whole brown rice product.

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🌾 Elevate your meals, fuel your day—whole grain goodness made simple.

EFFORTLESS PREP - Ready in just 20 minutes using stove, microwave, or rice cooker—perfect for busy pros.
HEART HEALTHY FUEL - Support your wellness with naturally low-fat, fiber-rich whole grain brown rice.
GLUTEN FREE GOODNESS - Enjoy a naturally gluten-free grain that fits your clean-eating lifestyle.
VERSATILE CULINARY STAPLE - Elevate every meal from stir-fries to spicy lunch bowls with a nutty, earthy aroma.
TRUSTED CLASSIC SINCE THE 1940 S - Join millions who’ve made Ben’s Original a pantry essential for decades.

BEN'S ORIGINAL Whole Grain Brown Rice is a 2 lb bag of 100% whole grain, low-fat brown rice that cooks in 20 minutes. Known for its nutty aroma and high fiber content, it’s a versatile, gluten-free staple perfect for health-conscious professionals seeking quick, wholesome meal options.

Specifications

ASIN	B005IGHWOS
Best Sellers Rank	#22,076 in Grocery ( See Top 100 in Grocery ) #383 in Breakfast Cereal
Brand	Ben's Original
Brand Name	Ben's Original
Container Type	Bag
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 2,268 Reviews
Diet Type	Gluten Free
Diet type	Gluten Free
Global Trade Identification Number	10054800423603, 10054800425300
Item Form	Grain
Item Package Quantity	1
Item Package Weight	0.91 Kilograms
Item Weight	907 g
Item package quantity	1
Item weight	907 g
Manufacturer	UNCLE BEN'S
Model Number	10054800425300
Number of Items	1
Size	2 Pound (Pack of 1)
Specialty	Low Fat
UPC	054800120079 054800425242 054800423606
Unit Count	946.35 Milliliters
Unit count	946.35 Milliliters

Reviews

T**I

Awesome product

I recommend this rice and brand and distributer.

6.02.2025

K**I

أرز أمريكي أنكل بينز

وصل المنتج قديم وتالف

21.04.2025

A**I

Brown rice that cooks perfectly.

Healthier option than white rice. Like original Uncle Ben’s, the whole grain version always comes out perfectly.

23.05.2026

E**A

Ben's Original Whole Grain Brown rice

I love uncle Ben's rice. It is the best white rice I have tasted. Buying this rice over 50 years

14.06.2026

D**D

New to me but good brand overall

I usually buy and couldn't get Carolina so tried this - not as "nutty and creamy" but nice and clean, fresh, fluffy and very inexpensive! Already got subscription so I recommend everyone try it....

6.01.2023

D**.

Don’t have to go to the store to buy it just order.

Love this stuff. Don’t have to go to the store to get it.

19.06.2026

R**F

Taste good

Good brown rice will buy again

3.04.2026

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