LIME SAFFRON RICE
IACP Take 5! Recipe Contest Winner - Bibby Gignilliat Yield: Makes 6 servings.
Ingredients • 1 cup uncooked long grain rice • 1 3/4 cup chicken broth • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/8 teaspoon ground saffron • 1 tablespoon butter, melted • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice • 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro • salt and pepper to taste
Directions Combine rice, broth, salt and saffron in 2-quart saucepan.
Heat to boiling; stir once or twice.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
Stir in butter, lime juice and cilantro.
Season to taste with salt and pepper. Nutrition Facts Calories 143 Total Fat 3g Cholesterol 5mg Sodium 508mg Total Carbohydrate 26g Dietary Fiber 1g Protein 3g USA Rice Federation (www.usarice.com)
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