In terms of cuisine, we see saffron appear in recipes and shopping lists throughout medieval Western Europe. One medieval Flemish cookbook offers a recipe for a sauce to accompany rabbit ...

Saffron can be bought whole in threads or strands ... Crush the stigmas and soak in water before use.

For cooking, saffron can be substituted with turmeric ... and could cause contractions so as with any herb or spice, use saffron in moderation, especially when you’re pregnant.

This version for picadillo with saffron rice -- courtesy of recipe developer Julie Kinnaird — features ground beef with ...

Don’t be scared of the amount of fat in this recipe, it really is necessary for ... water and leave to soak for 15 minutes Grind the saffron in a pestle and mortar, pour over a few tablespoons ...

Sabzi polo is a wonderful recipe to highlight saffron, which gives the dish its beautiful yellow hue. To bring out the spice's special flavor, you'll first grind the threads with a mortar and ...

Ina Garten puts her spin on tomato soup by adding grilled cheese croutons. The fun recipe is extremely easy and takes less ...

About Saffron and Sesame Modak Recipe: Ring in the festivities with this delicious dish of modak at home. Modak is a traditional Indian sweet that is most popularly prepared on the festival of Ganesh ...

If you are a more generous and patient soul than me, and don’t mind taking the meat from the shells, use fresh crabs – these tarts will taste much better. (You’ll need at least two smallish ...

In a bowl, mix saffron-soaked milk, yogurt ... medium heat until they are golden brown and slightly charred on the edges. You can also use a non-stick pan to cook them. 6. While grilling, turn the ...

Add saffron and turmeric powder to the mix ... Open the cover, the rice is ready to be served. Recipe courtesy: Krave Restaurant, Dubai Do you have a favourite recipe you would like us to feature?