Risotto Milanese

Ingredients

• 4 cups chicken stock
• 1 pinch saffron
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large leek (white and light green parts), diced
• 1 cup sliced cremini mushrooms
• 2 cloves gar, minced
• 2 cups dry Arborio rice
• ¼ cup dry white wine
• 1 cup sliced spinach
• 2 tablespoons butter
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme, chopped
• Salt
• black pepper