Saffron Rice

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.

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