CREAMY BROWN RICE RISOTTO .

Creamy Brown Rice Risotto . image

Provided by Sharon123

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup short grain brown rice (or brown sushi rice)
1/2 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
12 ounces mixed mushrooms, thinly sliced
1/2 cup white wine
1 red bell pepper, cored and diced
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth, room temperature (or chicken broth)
1/2 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
truffle oil (optional)

Steps:

In a medium saucepan over medium-high, combine the rice and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
Remove the pan from the heat, leaving it covered. The rice will not be completely cooked and there will be some water in the pan. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high, heat the oil. Add the onion and mushrooms, then saute until just starting to brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the wine and stir vigorously for 1 to 2 minutes to deglaze the pan. When the wine comes to a simmer, add the bell pepper and the rice along with any liquid in the pan. Stir well.
Add the broth and stir well. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the liquid has thickened and reduced, about 10 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch mixture, then cook for another minute. Stir in the cheese until melted. Season with salt and pepper. If desired, drizzle with truffle oil just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.2, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 11, Sodium 198.2, Carbohydrate 41.4, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 3.2, Protein 9.1