Saffron

1 pinch saffron (optional), 1 cup white wine, divided, 2 T olive oil, 4-5 cloves garlic, 1

Pinch of saffron threads, ⅓ cup olive oil, 1 red onion, sliced, 3 cloves garlic, minced, S

2¼ cups dry white wine, divided (chicken broth can be substituted for all or part of the liquid),