Persian Saffron Rice Pudding (Sholeh Zard): Serves: 7 1 cup Jasmine rice 8 cups water 2 cups white sugar 1/2 tsp saffron, dissolved in 2 tbsp. water 1/4 cup butter, unsalted, melted 4 tbsp. almond slivers 1 tsp cardamom, ground 1/2 cup rose water 1 tsp cinnamon, ground 2 tbsp. pistachios, (optional)