Instructions: To extract maximum flavor, place a pinch (about 1/16 tsp) of saffron threads in a small bowl. Grid them to a powder with a wooden spoon. Add 1 Tbsp hot broth or water and steep for 10 min. This "soaked pinch" is now ready to add to soup, stew, salad, or dessert!

Give any fish stew or chowder a Mediterranean accent by adding a pinch

(dry or soaked)

Watch rice pudding take on a whole new dimension: In a med saucepan, bring 1 qt water, 1 1/2 C rice and 1/2 tsp saffron threads to a boil. Cook, covered, for 10 min. Drain excess liquid add 6 egg whites, 1/2 C sugar and 1/2 C golden raisins. Pour into lightly sprayed baking dish; bake at 375F for 30 min.

Marinate shish kebab: Combine 1 C plain, nonfat yogurt, 1 diced onion, 3 T lemon juice, 1/2 tsp soaked saffron.

Bring out the briny sweetness of mussels by adding a pinch to the steaming liquid.

Give angel food cake a golden glow. Add a "soaked pinch" to the batter.

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