golden raisins

Seed, Fruit & Nut Bread

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A couple of months ago my mom and I ran a 5k in Irvine. This was the first 5k I had run in almost 12 years, and my mom’s first ever 5k. Needless to say, we were a bit proud of ourselves. We celebrated afterwards with a visit to my favorite bakery, 85°C Bakery Cafe. […]

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Saffron Rice with Raisins and Almonds

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Saffron Rice with Raisins and Almonds Makes 8 servings 4 cups chicken broth 1 cup (8 ounces) butter 1/4 cup finely chopped onion 1 teaspoon saffron threads 2 cups basmati rice 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/2 cup slivered almonds 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. 2. Bring the chicken broth to a boil over […]

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