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                          Saffron Rice Timbales

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Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Rice

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      Tsp.          cumin seed
   1                    cinnamon stick
   5                    cloves
     1/8  Tsp.          cardamon seed
   1                    bay leaf
   2      C.            minced onions
   1      Stick         butter
   2 1/2  C.            long grain rice
     1/2  Tsp.          saffron threads
   1      Tsp.          salt

In a flameproof casserole, cook cumin seed, cinnamon,
cloves, cardamon seed and bay leaf in butter for 2 minutes.
Add onions and cook; stir occasionally until soft. Add rice
and cook over low heat, stirring until rice is transparent.
Let saffron steep in bowl in 3 cups hot water for 5 minutes.
Add saffron, water and pinch of salt to casserole; bring to
boil, stirring. Bake casserole, covered, on wax paper at 350 degrees
for 20 minutes.
Let stand for 10 minutes. Discard bay leaf, cloves and
cinnamon. Fill 6 buttered 1/2 cup timbale molds with rice;
press gently. Invert mold onto the platter. Serve remaining
rice separately. Serves 6.


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