Directions: Halve the zucchini lengthwise, then use a spoon to scrape out the seeds. Slice each half lengthwise about ¼ inch thick, then cut the strips crosswise into 1-inch sections.

Preparation. Step 1. Place ¾ tsp. crushed saffron threads in a small bowl. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Scoop out ¼ cup and pour over saffron; set aside. Generously season water in pot ...

1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron threads. 3 1/2 to 4 pounds asparagus. 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or margarine. 1 large russet potato, peeled and diced. Salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Grind 2 tsp. saffron threads, along with a sugar cube or a pinch of coarse salt, to a powder with a mortar and pestle or a spice mill to draw out the most flavor and color. Then add ¼ cup warm ...

3. In the same pan, melt 6 tablespoons of the butter and sauté the almonds until slightly golden, about 4 minutes. Add the chopped dates, cook for a couple of minutes more, then stir in one-half ...

Ingredients: 1 pound zucchini. 12 ounces short, curly pasta, such as cavatappi or gemelli. Kosher salt and ground black pepper. ½ teaspoon saffron threads ...

Kosher salt and ground black pepper. ½ teaspoon saffron threads. 3 ounces pancetta, finely chopped. 1 medium garlic clove, smashed and peeled. ½ cup half-and-half.

Kosher salt and ground black pepper. ½ teaspoon saffron threads. 3 ounces pancetta, finely chopped. 1 medium garlic clove, smashed and peeled. ½ cup half-and-half.