Saffron Potatoes

Name: Saffron Potatoes
Ingredients: Pinch of saffron threads (about 15); 1 1/4 cups water; 2 lb medium boiling potatoes (about 7); 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

6 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

Pinch of saffron threads (about 15)
1 1/4 cups water
2 lb medium boiling potatoes (about 7)
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1

Crumble saffron threads into water.
2

Peel potatoes and cut crosswise into 3/4-inch-thick slices.
3

Rinse potatoes well and pat dry between paper towels.
4

Heat butter in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then brown potatoes in 1 layer, turning over carefully, about 4 minutes per side.
5

Add saffron-infused water, salt, and pepper and briskly simmer, uncovered, over moderate heat 5 minutes.
6

Reduce heat to moderately low and simmer until potatoes are tender and water is evaporated, about 15 to 20 minutes more.