Exotic Saffron Rice Delight with Cashews and Raisins

A fragrant and exotic dish of saffron-infused basmati rice with a delightful crunch of cashews and sweet bursts of raisins.

Ingredients

1 ½	basmati rice
2 ¼	water
1	cinnamon stick, broken in half
5	cloves
2	bay leaves
¼	teaspoon crumbled saffron thread
1	teaspoon salt
2	tablespoons butter, softened
¼	cup chopped cashews
¼	cup raisins

Instructions

• 1. After cooking, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it sit, keeping the lid on, for an additional 10 minutes.
  2. Using a fork, delicately fold in the softened butter, chopped cashews, and plump raisins.

Jul 19, 2024