SAFFRON RISOTTO WITH PISTACHIOS

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Saffron is expensive, but it is worth itand you use such a small amount at a time, you have it for a while. This dish is so good, it is one of my favorites.

Provided by KittyKitty

Categories     Rice

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup unsalted butter
1 medium size yellow onion, chopped
1 teaspoon saffron thread
1 3/4 cups uncooked arborio rice
1 cup dry white vermouth
5 cups chicken broth
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped pistachios

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a skillet over medium-high heat; add onion. Saute 5 minutes. Add saffron; saute 1 minute. Add rice; cok 2 minutes, stirring constantly. reduce heat to medium; add vermouth and 2 cups broth. Cook, stirrinng constantly, until liquid is absorbed.
  • Repeat procedure with remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time. (Cooking time is 30-45 minutes) Remove from heat; stir in cheese and pistachios.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.5, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 6.3, Cholesterol 26.2, Sodium 669.9, Carbohydrate 38, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.4, Protein 11.5

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