3 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 large shallots, thinly sliced Pinch (generous) of saffron threads 1 1/2 cups Arborio or other short-grain rice 3 cups chicken stock or canned low-salt broth 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped lemon peel 1 large bunch chives, chopped (about 1/2 cup) Salt and freshly cracked white pepper Melt … Continue reading Saffron Rice