Granny's Basque Rice
1 tsp olive oil
1/4 cup sliced yellow onion
1/2 cup long-grain white rice
1 cup nonfat low-salt chicken broth
1/8 tsp saffron threads
salt and pepper
Method :
Heat oven to 350. Using an oven-proof casserole that also can be used on a
burner, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and rice.
Saute 5 minutes. Add chicken broth and saffron. Bring to a boil, cover and place
in the oven for 15 minutes.
Remove from the oven and add salt and pepper to taste.
NOTES : Pilaf, sometimes called pilau, is a rice dish that begins with first
sauteing rice and then cooking it in broth. This can be done in the oven or on a
burner.
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