Saffron Rice
["2 c. chicken stock", "1/4 tsp. saffron threads", "1 Tbsp. oil", "1/4 c. unsalted butter", "1 medium onion, chopped", "1 c. long grain rice", "1 tsp. salt", "1/4 tsp. finely ground pepper"]
["Heat chicken stock until warm.", "Remove from heat; add saffron and leave to soak for 20 minutes.", "In medium skillet, heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter.", "Add onion and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until soft but not browned.", "Add rice and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.", "Pour in saffron-flavored stock and add salt and pepper.", "Bring to a boil; cover and simmer on low 20 minutes.", "Let rice stand, covered, 10 minutes.", "Using large fork, carefully stir in remaining butter and taste for seasoning.", "Serve immediately."]
["chicken stock", "saffron threads", "oil", "unsalted butter", "onion", "long grain rice", "salt", "ground pepper"]