Why is so much of the good stuff always sold in grams? Saffron, indisputably and for centuries the globe’s dearest flavoring, begins all its measurements in grams. Most recipes using it call for “a ...

Turn risotto and ice cream into gold with this prized ingredient. Saffron is a spice derived from the autumn crocus flower (Crocus sativus), a perennial plant that blooms in the fall. There are three ...

Often called red gold, saffron is the most expensive spice in the world: A mere 2 grams of the highest quality costs nearly $60. With a floral aroma and fruity, earthy flavor, saffron is a delicate ...

One of my most precious herbs in my cupboard is saffron. I've often cringed over springing for a tiny vial of fresh herbs to make myself a flavorful dinner, but I'll hand over my money happily for a ...

To try saffron rice pudding, click here for the recipe. Every fall at the Yale Farm we grow one of the world's most expensive crops. It's not the contraband you might think of when you imagine liberal ...