EASY "ALMOST" PARMESAN RISOTTO

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This rice is like the real risotto, but takes much less time to prepare, if you prefer it more cheesy taste then add in more Parmesan cheese, I advise that you really be careful when adding the salt as the Parmesan already has a lot of salt content, but load up on freshly ground black pepper, this rice will become a favorite of yours, it is so good --- this is not a recipe for a fluffy rice, it is more on the creamy style similar to risotto, I most always add about 1 heaping tablespoon of minced fresh garlic in with the chopped onion but that is optional, really you can add in whatever you like to this, I have even added in peas :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     White Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons butter (no subs please!)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (optional)
3/4 cup short grain arborio rice
1 (14 ounce) can good quality chicken broth
1/2 cup water
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add in the chopped onion and fresh garlic (if using); saute for about 3-4 minutes, or until soft but not brown.
  • Add in the rice; cook/stir for 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
  • Add in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until all of the liquid is absorbed, and the rice is tender.
  • Delicious!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270.6, Fat 11.8, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 30.2, Sodium 532, Carbohydrate 32.1, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 1.1, Protein 8.1

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