Saffron Rice

Vicky Berman/ Photo Credit: Avocado Pesto

6 Servings

Ingredients

• 2 cups jasmine rice
• 3 and 3/4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion diced
• 1/4 teaspoon saffrom dissolved in 1/4 cup hot water

Instructions

1. 1. Heat oil over medium heat in pot. Add onion and cook for a few minutes. Add turmeric and salt, mix.
   2. Add rice and cook for a couple minutes.
   3. Add broth and saffron liquid.
   4. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered over low heat for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.