Bramble & Butter Magazine

Delicately infused with aromatic Spanish saffron and enriched with butter, this golden rice dish is luxurious in flavor yet beautifully simple to prepare. It makes the perfect companion to savory main dishes like Tuscany Chicken (recipe coming soon!) or your favorite roasted vegetables. Fluffy, fragrant, and rich with color—this side dish turns any meal into something special.

Ingredients

• 2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
  
• 1 cup white rice
  
• 1 teaspoon Spanish saffron
  
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  

Cook the Rice

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a boil over medium-high heat.
   
2. Add the rice and stir gently with a fork to distribute.
   
3. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot (leaving a small gap for steam to escape), and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the stock is fully absorbed and the rice is fluffy.
   

Infuse & Finish

1. Once the rice is cooked, stir in the saffron threads and butter until fully melted and incorporated.
   
2. Season with salt and pepper to taste, fluff with a fork, and let rest for a minute before serving.
   

Enjoy!

This creamy saffron rice is golden, aromatic, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. Serve alongside Tuscany Chicken or your favorite Mediterranean-inspired main for a comforting and elegant meal. 🌾🍚✨