Basmati Rice

Ingredients:

2 cups basmati rice

3 cups chicken broth

1/4 tsp. crumbled saffron

2 Tbs. olive oil

1 cup finely diced carrots

1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed

Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation:

Place rice in a large saucepan. Add the broth and saffron; bring to a boil. Stir, cover, reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Let rest, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over low heat. Wilt the carrots for 8 minutes, adding the peas in the last 3 minutes. Add to the rice, season with salt and pepper, then fluff with a fork.