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2 tbs. butter
1 tsp. cumin seeds
1 (1″) cinnamon stick
2 brown cardamom pods
3 whole cloves
½ tsp. black peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1 cup Jasmine Rice
12 oz. chicken broth
A pinch of Saffron Thread
Parmesan Cheese

1. Heat butter in medium-heavy saucepan and fry cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cardamom, cloves, peppercorns and bay leaves for about 2 min.
2. Add rice and fry for about 3 min.
3. Stir in chicken broth and saffron. Bring to a boil and cover.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer 15 min.
5. If desired, top with Parmesan cheese.
6. Before serving, remove cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves and peppercorns (if desired).

Serves 4.

1 head of cauliflower
Olive Oil
Salt

1. Heat oven to 400°F.
2. Break up cauliflower into small pieces.
3. Place pieces on baking tray and drizzle with olive oil.
4. Salt as desired.
5. Bake for 20 min.
6. Enjoy!