Garlic-Almond-Sherry Rice With Saffron - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup rice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup water
3 teaspoons sherry wine
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 pinch saffron
salt

Preparation

In a heavy saucepan, saute garlic in olive oil until very lightly browned.
Add rice and saute about 3 minutes.
Combine water and sherry; add to rice and garlic in saucepan.
Add almond extract and pinch of saffron.
Bring to a boil, then cover tightly and cook over low heat for 20 minutes.
Season with salt to taste.
To serve, top with toasted almond slivers or slices.