Saffron Rice

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup hot tap water
• 1/4 cup chicken stock
• 1/2 cup jasmine rice
• 2 tablespoons soft butter
• 1/4 teaspoon saffron thread
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

1. 1

   In a 2 cup measuring cup add the hot tap water, the chicken stock and the saffron . Let this steep for at least one hour.

2. 2

   After steeping the saffron.

3. 3

   In a 2 quart sauce pan over medium heat add one tbls. spoon of the butter and the rice, saute for 3 to 4 minutes stirring constantly do not brown rice.

4. 4

   Add the saffron liquid and bring to a light boil. Then add the tumeric and the salt. Stir, then cover with a tight fitting lid reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 20 to 25 mins stirring half way though cooking time.

5. 5

   When rice is tender and slightly creamy remove it from heat, with the lid on let it rest for about 5 minutes Add the remaining butter fluff with fork and serve.