Recipe for Saffron rice

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of basmati rice
• 2 cups of water
• 1/4 tsp of saffron threads
• 2 tbsp of butter
• 1/2 tsp of salt

Instructions:

1. Rinse the rice in cold water until the water runs clear, then drain.
2. Soak the saffron threads in 2 tbsp of warm water and set aside.
3. In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
4. Add the rice, salt, and butter to the pot and stir.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
6. Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes.
7. Fluff the rice with a fork, then pour the saffron water over the rice and stir gently.
8. Cover the pot again and let it sit for an additional 5 minutes to allow the saffron flavour to infuse the rice.
9. Serve hot as a side dish to your favourite meal.

Enjoy your delicious and aromatic saffron rice!