Red Pepper Pilaf - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 cups chopped red peppers
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups basmati rice
3 cups chicken broth
salt, pepper to taste
1/4 teaspoon saffron, crushed
6 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons chopped chives

Preparation

melt butter in a saute pan.
add peppers and onions, saute until soft, about 3-5 minutes.
add rice, stir to coat.
add broth, salt, pepper and saffron, bring to boil.
cover reduce to simmer and cook 15-20 minutes, until liquid is absorbed.
stir in cheese, and chives, serve.