Saffron Rice

Name: Saffron Rice
Yield: 2-3 servings
Ingredients: Several strands saffron; 2 Tbsp hot water; 1/2 small onion, sliced; 1/2 cup long-grain rice; 1 cup plus 2 Tbsp chicken stock; Salt; Black pepper, freshly ground

7 ingredients•7 steps•2-3 servings

1
Preheat oven to 375°F.
2
Place saffron in hot water.
3
In a small, oven-proof pan suitable for stove-top use, sauté onions in 2 Tbsp chicken stock for 5 minutes over medium heat.
4
Meanwhile, place rice in a strainer and rinse under cold water. Add to casserole and continue to sauté until rice is transparent, about 2 minutes.
5
Add remaining stock along with saffron and water. Add a little salt and pepper.
6
Cover and bake 15 minutes. If liquid not fully absorbed by that time, bake another 5 minutes.
7
Remove from oven and leave covered until other parts of dinner are ready to serve.