Saffron Mushroom Rice

Description
Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 cup uncooked rice
 * 1/2 cup minced onion
 * 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
 * 1 4-ounce can sliced mushrooms with liquid
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 1/16 teaspoon ground saffron
 * 1 1/2 cups beef broth*
 * Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions
Cook onion and rice in butter in large saucepan until golden. Add mushrooms, pepper, saffron and broth. Bring to a boil; stir once or twice. Lower heat to simmer, cover, and simmer 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff with fork; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if desired