Saffron Rice with Raisins and Cashews

In a saucepan bring water to a boil. Add rice and boil for 5 minutes. Stir in the sugar reduce the heat and add the clarified butter.

Meanwhile soak the saffron in 1 tablespoon hot water for 10 minutes.

To the rice add the saffron cloves raisins and cashews. Stir well cover and cook over low heat for 5 to 10 minutes more or until all liquid is absorbed and rice is cooked.

Sprinkle with cardamom before serving.