Saffron Rice

Directions

1. 1
   Heat the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2. 2
   Stir in the onion; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Reduce heat to medium-low, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion is very tender and dark brown, 15 to 20 minutes more.
4. 4
   Pour in rice and stir to coat.
5. 5
   Stir in water, parsley flakes, saffron, and 3 drops of yellow food coloring (optional).
6. 6
   Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.