Saffron Cream Sauce
This saffron cream sauce is a rich and flavorful accompaniment to pasta, seafood, or grilled vegetables.
Ingredients - Serves 4
- Fresh parsley - 1 tablespoon, chopped
- Parmesan cheese - 1/4 cup, grated
- Salt and pepper - To taste
- Chicken or vegetable broth - 1/2 cup
- Heavy cream - 1 cup
- Saffron threads - 1/4 teaspoon
- Shallots - 2, finely chopped
- Butter - 2 tablespoons
Let's Get Started
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the shallots and sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.
- Add the saffron threads and cook for another minute to release their flavor.
- Pour in the heavy cream and broth, and season with salt and pepper.
- Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley.
- Serve the saffron cream sauce over your desired dish and enjoy!
Dietary Info
- Dish Type: Sauce
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 15g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Sugar: 2g
