LEMON AND LEEK RISOTTO

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I got this wonderful recipe from my sister-in-law when I was last visiting her. Although, they say that you should make risotto fresh, this was dang good the next day. So what do experts know, eh??!!

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 leek, finely chopped
2 shallots, chopped
1 1/2 cups arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
2 lemons, zest of
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring the stock to a boil in a medium saucepan, cover, and keep warm over low heat.
  • Heat the butter and olive in a large saucepan.
  • Saute the leek and shallots over medium high heat, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 5 - 7 minutes. Add the arborio and white rice to the leek/shallot mixture and sauté, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to medium low, add 1 cup of the hot stock and stir frequently until absorbed.
  • Continue adding 1 cup of stock at a time, stirring, and waiting for it to be absorbed before adding the next measure. This will take 25-30 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest, fresh lemon juice and the parmesan cheese.
  • Cover and allow to stand for 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 353.8, Fat 10.8, SaturatedFat 4.3, Cholesterol 15, Sodium 1153.7, Carbohydrate 45.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2, Protein 13.5

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