Roz Bi Saffran

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse the rice until the water runs clear.
2. 2
   Drain, then spread the rice on a baking sheet and allow to dry-at least 30 minutes.
3. 3
   Melt 3 tablespoons of the butter in a pot over medium heat.
4. 4
   Stir in the rice and saffron.
5. 5
   Pour 4 cups water into the pot along with the salt.
6. 6
   Bring to a rapid boil; boiling for 2 minutes.
7. 7
   Turn heat down to a simmer and cover pan.
8. 8
   Cook the rice for 20 minutes or until the grains are tender and no liquid remains.
9. 9
   Take the pot off the heat and cover the lid with a clean cotton dish towel.
10. 10
    Allow to stand 10 minutes.
11. 11
    In a saute pan melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
12. 12
    Add the pine nuts and hazelnuts and cook for about 2 minutes or until lightly browned.
13. 13
    Add the dried fruit and cook 1 minute longer, until warmed through.
14. 14
    Stir the nut/fruit mixture into the rice and transfer to a platter.
15. 15
    Serve hot.