Saffron Mushroom Rice

Description

Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked rice
• ½ cup minced onion
• 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 x 4-ounce can sliced mushrooms with liquid
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• a pinch (1/16 teaspoon) ground saffron
• 1½ cups beef broth
• Parmesan cheese (optional)

Procedures

1. Cook onion and rice in butter in large saucepan until golden.
2. Add mushrooms, pepper, saffron and broth. Bring to a boil; stir once or twice.
3. Lower heat to simmer, cover, and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
4. Fluff with fork; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired