1/4 cup half-and-half
pinch of saffron threads
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots (from 1 to 2 shallots)
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic (from about 2 garlic cloves)
1/2 cup diced dried apricots
1 1/2 cups basmati rice, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 large eggs, lightly beaten together in a small bowl
4 scallions, green parts only, chopped into 1/4-inch lengths
freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (chives or cilantro also work)