Q: In this task, you have to identify the named entities (NER) which are the ingredients required given its directions. Named entities are the names of the items without their quantity.
Bring water and saffron just to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat. Stir, then let steep, uncovered, 10 minutes, to release saffron color and flavor., Whisk together mayonnaise, sherry vinegar, and garlic in a bowl. Gradually whisk in saffron water.
A:
water, crumbled saffron threads, mayonnaise, sherry vinegar, garlic