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Saffron

Saffron is the most expensive spice in the world because of the process of cultivation and not because of its health benefits or for the flavor. The saffron spice comes from the crocuses flower. One acre of the purple colored flower will only give you about one pound of spice. You will only find three saffron threads on each flower. This means, you can grow crocuses in your yard and you will never have enough to make enough spice for a recipe unless you plant at least one acre.

The one thing you do not want to use with saffron spice is chili pepper. The chili pepper can overpower the saffron flavor. Any spice that is strong in taste and smell can take away from the flavor.

Recipes that use Saffron

Chicken Bouillabaisse Serves: 3 Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 50 minutes

Jerusalem Artichoke Soup with Lemon and Saffron Serves: 4 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour

Moroccan Spiced Rack of Lamb Serves: 2 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20 – 30 minutes

Saffron Marbled Spiced Rice Serves: 4-6 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 45 minutes

Saffron Spice Cookies Serves: 12 large or 24 small Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes