Classic Saffron Rice

By Carolanne

Ingredients

• 1 Cup long-grain white rice
• 2 Cups water or chicken stock
• 1 TBSP butter
• 1 TBSP finely minced onion(optional)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 small pinch Saffron, crumbled

Preparation

Step 1

Place butter and minced onion in a heavy quart saucepan. Saute over medium heat until onion is translucent. Add rice, saffron, water or stock and salt. Bring to a rolling boil. Cover, reduce heat to simmer, cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (about 18 minutes).