SPRING RISOTTO

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Creamy risotto gets a fresh makeover when mixed with fresh asparagus and topped with Parmesan cheese. Best of all, it's ready in just 20 mins.

Provided by My Food and Family

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Time 20m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 Tbsp. butter
2 Tbsp. olive oil
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups uncooked instant white rice
1 can (14-1/2 oz.) chicken or vegetable broth, warmed
1/2 cup milk
1 bunch (1 lb.) asparagus, trimmed, chopped into 2-inch pieces
1/3 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese, divided
1/8 tsp. each salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter with olive oil in a deep skillet on medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes. Do not brown.
  • Toss in rice and stir to coat the rice. Add warm broth, milk and asparagus.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat; simmer for 5 minutes over low heat. Mix in 1/4 cup of the Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with remaining Parmesan cheese just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 460 mg, Carbohydrate 29 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 9 g

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