Best Cream Of Asparagus Risotto Recipes

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CREAMY ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 1/2 tablespoons butter, plus 1 tablespoon, melted
2 shallots, minced
1 3/4 cups Arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano
8 ounces asparagus, tips trimmed and separated, stems cut into 1-inch sections
Sea salt
Ice water, for chilling
1/4 cup creme fraiche
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Fresh melissa (lemon balm), for serving
Fresh hyssop, sage or mint, for serving
Bear's garlic, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring the stock to a simmer in a medium pot, and then set aside. Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter in a large saucepan and cook the shallots until soft, stirring with a wooden spoon. Add the rice and stir until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in the wine and simmer until reduced to almost dry. Ladle the stock into the rice slowly, stirring until it disappears each time. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the mascarpone and Parmigiano, stirring until well blended.
  • Prepare a bowl of ice water. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the asparagus tips and stems until al dente, and then dip in ice water for 2 to 3 seconds. Place the stems in a food processor and add the creme fraiche and lemon juice. Puree the mixture until thick and smooth. Saute the tips in the melted butter over medium-high heat until well coated, about 1 minute.
  • To serve, place a small amount of puree into a bowl, spoon some risotto over, and garnish with asparagus heads and fresh melissa, hyssop and garlic. Sprinkle sea salt on top to taste.

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Classic asparagus risotto made with Arborio rice, shallots, stock, fresh asparagus, and Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Elise Bauer

Categories     Dinner     Side Dish     Asparagus     Rice     Risotto

Time 45m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 8

About 4 cups chicken stock (or vegetable stock for vegetarian option)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
1/2 cup chopped shallots
1 cup arborio rice
1/4 cup dry white wine (or 1 tablespoon lemon juice and 3 tablespoons water)
1/2 pound asparagus, trimmed, tips cut off, tough skins of the spears peeled (if working with thick apparatus spears), and the spears cut into thin disks
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the stock: Heat the stock in a small saucepan until it comes to a low simmer.
  • Add the wine: Add the white wine. Slowly stir, allowing the rice to absorb the wine.
  • Stir in the Parmesan, remaining butter, add salt, pepper: Turn off the heat. Gently stir in the Parmesan cheese and the remaining 1 tablespoon butter. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544 kcal, Carbohydrate 75 g, Cholesterol 44 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Sodium 873 mg, Sugar 8 g, Fat 17 g, ServingSize Serves 2-3 as a main course, or 4 as a side, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

FLOUNDER, RED PEPPER CREAM, AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 (8-ounce) flounder fillets
Salt and pepper
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
1 (5.5-ounce) box garden vegetable risotto mix (recommended: Buitoni)
1/2 cup jarred roasted red peppers
1/2 cup alfredo pasta sauce, store bought
Fresh basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Pour oil into a 13 by 9-inch baking dish. Arrange fish over oil, folding the ends under the middle to create little pockets. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper. Roast for 5 minutes. Add asparagus to dish and roast for 5 to 7 minutes longer. Remove from oven and keep fish warm. Remove asparagus and reserve.
  • Prepare risotto mix according to package directions, and add asparagus. Meanwhile, puree roasted peppers and alfredo sauce in a blender; transfer to a small saucepan and let simmer. Serve fish topped with sauce and accompanied by asparagus risotto. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs.

BEST ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This flavor-packed asparagus risotto pairs creamy arborio rice with Parmesan and lemony roasted asparagus. A true crowd pleaser!

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Main Dish

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 quart vegetable broth
1 quart water
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 pound asparagus
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 lemon (Zest from half, plus 4 slices from the other half)
2 tablespoons salted butter
1/2 yellow onion
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups white arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Freshly ground black pepper
Optional garnish: Toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Combine the broth, water, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt in a saucepan and place it over low heat. (You'll use this warmed broth to stir into the risotto).
  • Mince the onion, then place it in a bowl and reserve. Cut off the tough bottom ends of the asparagus and then cut them into two-inch pieces.
  • Add the asparagus stalks to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle them with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then sprinkle on 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Add the zest of 1/2 lemon and mix with your hands. Thinly slice 2 lemon wheels from the lemon, then cut each in half and add them right on the tray.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil and the 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until tender. Add the garlic powder and rice and cook, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes until the rice starts to turn light brown. Stir in the wine and cook until the liquid is fully absorbed.
  • Place the tray with the asparagus in the oven and 10 to 15 minutes, until bright green and tender when pierced by a fork at the thickest part. The timing will depend on the thickness of the asparagus spears. (You'll remove it from the oven while you're cooking the risotto in the next step.)
  • Add two ladles of the hot broth to the risotto. Cook, stirring occasionally until the liquid is fully absorbed, then add two more ladles of both. Cook in this same manner for about 12 minutes, adding two ladles and stirring. After the 12 minutes, taste a grain of rice. If it's creamy but still al dente in the center, you're ready for the final step! If not, continue to cook and add broth for a few minutes more.
  • When the rice is al dente, reduce the heat to low. Add two more ladles of broth, the Parmesan cheese and a few grinds of black pepper. Stir vigorously for 1 to 2 minutes until you've got a thick and creamy risotto. Then stir in the asparagus and roasted lemon wedges and serve immediately. Stores refrigerated in a sealed container for 3 days, though the color of the asparagus will fade (reheat before serving).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 calories, Sugar 5.2 g, Sodium 938.8 mg, Fat 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.8 g, TransFat 0.2 g, Carbohydrate 89.3 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 16.9 g, Cholesterol 29.7 mg

RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 bunches thick asparagus (about 2 pounds)
1 sprig fresh thyme or lemon thyme
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large shallot, diced
2 cups arborio rice
Kosher salt
1/3 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 head Bibb lettuce, cut into strips
8 ounces robiola or taleggio cheese, thinly sliced
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Peel the bottom third of the asparagus stalks with a vegetable peeler. Snap each stalk where it breaks naturally; reserve 4 of the peeled bottoms for crostini (below). Thinly slice 6 asparagus bottoms and place the rest of the bottoms in a saucepan with 8 cups water and the thyme to make asparagus broth; bring to a simmer.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook, stirring, until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring, until glossy, about 1 minute. Add 1 1/4 teaspoons salt. Pour in the wine and stir until absorbed. Stir in 1/2 cup of the asparagus broth until absorbed (use a ladle to add the broth, keeping the solids in the pan). Continue to add broth in 1/2-cup increments, stirring constantly and allowing the liquid to be absorbed before adding more, about 10 minutes. (You should have about half the broth left.) Stir in the sliced asparagus bottoms and the lemon zest. Add the remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, until the rice is just tender, 5 to 8 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the asparagus tips in a large skillet, cover with water and season with salt and pepper. Simmer over medium-high heat until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, the parmesan and lemon juice to the risotto. Stir in the lettuce, remove from the heat and season with salt. Divide among bowls, top with the robiola and season with pepper. Drizzle the asparagus tips with olive oil and spoon over the risotto.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This recipe's wow factor makes it perfect for special occasions. To save time, the asparagus and prosciutto can be roasting while the rice cooks on the stovetop. They'll be ready to stir into the risotto by the time the rice is done. -Deonna Mazur, Buffalo, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 thin slices prosciutto
2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
5-1/2 to 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 shallot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups uncooked arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking sheet. Bake, uncovered at 400° until crisp- tender, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes., Meanwhile, place prosciutto in another ungreased baking pan. Bake at 400° until crisp, 10-12 minutes. Crumble prosciutto; set aside prosciutto and asparagus., In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large skillet, saute shallot and garlic in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in the wine, pepper and salt. Cook and stir until all the liquid is absorbed., Add heated broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender, 20 minutes., Add the asparagus, prosciutto and cheese; cook and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 962mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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An easy Asparagus Risotto recipe

Categories     Rice     Vegetable     Side     Asparagus     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths
5 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)

Steps:

  • Blanch asparagus pieces in large pot of boiling, salted water 2 minutes. Drain. Rinse asparagus under cold water. Drain asparagus well.
  • Bring chicken broth to simmer in small saucepan. Reduce heat to low and keep broth hot. Heat olive oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add rice and stir 3 minutes. Add dry white wine and cook until liquid evaporates. Continue cooking until rice is tender but still slightly firm in center and mixture is creamy, adding chicken broth 1 cup at a time and stirring almost constantly, about 20 minutes. Add blanched asparagus pieces and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add 6 tablespoons butter and stir until incorporated. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Season risotto to taste with salt and pepper.

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Make and share this Asparagus Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gay Gilmore

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon butter
1 onion, finely chopped
3/4 lb asparagus, chopped in 1 inch lengths
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in the pan and add the onions on medium-low heat.
  • Cook for 4 minutes, then add the garlic.
  • Cook for 1 minute, then add the rice.
  • Stir until well coated.
  • Add 1/2 cup of stock to the rice, stirring until absorbed.
  • Then add the asparagus.
  • Continue adding the stock in 1/2 cup increments, stirring after each addition until the stock has been absorbed.
  • (Should take about 20-25 minutes.) Add the cream, cheese, and basil stirring gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.1, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 46.2, Sodium 1173.6, Carbohydrate 68.6, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 3.2, Protein 22.4

LEMON ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Lower in fat than most risotto recipes but no one will know! I like to serve this as a main dish under some steamed halibut or other white fish.

Provided by stefychefy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

20 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup arborio rice
½ cup dry white wine
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until tender, about 5 minutes. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces; set aside.
  • Heat chicken broth in a saucepan over medium heat; keep at a simmer while preparing risotto.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and celery until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in garlic and arborio rice; cook and stir until rice is lightly toasted, about 5 more minutes.
  • Pour white wine into rice mixture, stirring constantly, until liquid is evaporated, about 5 minutes. Stir chicken broth into rice, one ladleful at a time, allowing liquid to absorb completely before adding more while stirring constantly, about 20 minutes. Add asparagus and stir.
  • Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and lemon zest. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 355.2 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CREAMY ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This recipe has evolved from one that I saw on Hell's Kitchen. I searched high and low for the closest thing and eventually came up with this. Enjoy!

Provided by Chef RoboTron

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 lbs asparagus, trimmed tips cut off and reserved
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups chicken stock or 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 medium shallots, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 1/2 cups arborio rice (1 pound)
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (3 ounces)
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the asparagus tips in a medium saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the tips to a colander.
  • and rinse in cold water; drain well.
  • 2. Break the asparagus stalks in half. Add them to the boiling water and cook until very tender, about 10 minutes. Reserve 1/3 cup of the cooking water, then drain the stalks. Puree the stalks with the reserved cooking water in a food processor. Using a rubber spatula, work the puree through a coarse sieve; you should have about 2 cups.
  • 3. In a medium saucepan, bring the stock to a simmer. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large, heavy saucepan. Add the shallots and cook over low heat, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, until softened but not browned, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until the shallots are lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add the rice and stir over moderate heat to coat the grains with the oil. Pour in the wine and continue stirring until the wine is almost evaporated, about 2 minutes.
  • 4. Add 1 cup of the hot stock and stir constantly until almost absorbed. Continue adding the stock, 1 cup at a time, stirring constantly until it is absorbed before adding more. When the rice is almost tender, after about 15 minutes, add the asparagus puree. Continue to cook, stirring, until the rice is tender but still firm to the bite, about 4 minutes. Add the asparagus tips and stir for 1 minute to heat through.
  • 5. Remove the risotto from the heat and stir in the butter and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper and let stand for 2 minutes, then spoon the risotto into shallow bowls and serve.
  • Serves 8.
  • This risotto gets its velvety texture from the asparagus puree that's stirred in before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.1, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 22, Sodium 848.1, Carbohydrate 85.6, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 6, Protein 20.1

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