INGREDIENTS

1 qt.  Water  
1/2 tsp.  Saffron Threads 
1 each  Cinnamon Stick 
1 Tbsp.  Salt  
1/4 tsp.  Pepper  
2 fl. oz. Melted Butter  
21 oz. Basmati Rice  
6 oz. Roasted Cashews Halves 
Fresh Cilantro  

DIRECTIONS

1.) Combine water, saffron, cinnamon stick, salt and pepper in a medium sauce pan and bring to a simmer.

2.) Meanwhile add melted butter to another medium saucepan, add rice and heat over medium heat, stirring frequently while water comes to a simmer. Once water is just at a simmer add to rice, reduce heat to low and cover. Cook rice for 10-12 minutes or until all water is absorbed. Turn off heat and allow rice to sit covered for 5 minutes.

3.) Fluff rice with a fork and add cashews and chopped cilantro. Reserve on hot line for assembly.