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SHRIMP RISOTTO WITH BABY SPINACH AND BASIL



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Based on a recipe from the Crazy for Italian article in the March 2003 issue of Bon Appetit. "This risotto has the classic creamy yet al dente texture and features a combination of Parmesan cheese and seafood. Contrary to popular belief, Italians do partner cheese with seafood in some dishes; we recommend it here without reservation." Me too!

Provided by mersaydees

Categories     Healthy

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups low sodium chicken broth (about)
1 lb uncooked large shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups arborio rice (about 9.5 ounces) or 1/2 cup medium-grain white rice (about 9.5 ounces)
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 (6 ounce) package baby spinach leaves
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
additional grated parmesan cheese (for serving)

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, bring 6 cups broth to simmer. Add shrimp. Turn off heat, cover, and set aside until shrimp are just opaque in center, about 3 minutes. With a slotted spoon, move shrimp to a small bowl; cover and keep warm. Cover broth to keep warm.
  • In heavy large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Toss in chopped onion and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic for 1 minute. Stir in rice until edge of rice is translucent but center is still opaque, about 2 minutes. Add wine and cook until wine is absorbed, stirring occasionally, about 2 minutes.
  • Add ¾ cup chicken broth and simmer until almost all broth is absorbed, stirring frequently, about 2 minutes.
  • Continue add broth in this manner a half cup at a time until rice is just tender and mixture is creamy, about 25 minutes total. During last 5 minutes, add spinach in 4 batches, stirring and allowing spinach to wilt after each addition.
  • Mix in shrimp, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, and basil.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Spoon risotto into shallow bowls and serve along with additional Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 415.3, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 122.5, Sodium 337.1, Carbohydrate 49.5, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.4, Protein 28

SHRIMP 'N' SPINACH RISOTTO



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I enjoy concocting new, healthy recipes and spinach is one of the few vegetables that my husband will eat. My creamy risotto makes a great side dish, but doubles as a meal-in-one as well. -Jennifer Neilsen, Williamston, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3-1/4 to 3-3/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup uncooked arborio rice
1 package (6 ounces) fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped
1 pound cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large nonstick skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in butter until tender, about 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add rice; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Carefully stir in 1 cup heated broth. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed., Add remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow liquid to absorb between additions. Cook just until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender, about 20 minutes. , Add the spinach, shrimp, cheese and pepper; cook and stir until spinach is wilted and shrimp are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 187mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

SHRIMP 'N' SPINACH RISOTTO



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This is a recipe I found on the Taste of Home website. I believe it was a recipe featured in their Light & Tasty magazine. It sounds incredible! I can't wait to try it!

Provided by Megan V

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 1/4-3 3/4 cups chicken broth
1 1/2 cups chopped fresh mushrooms
1 small onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup uncooked arborio rice
1 (6 ounce) package fresh Baby Spinach, coarsely chopped
1 lb cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, heat broth and keep warm.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, saute the mushrooms, onion and garlic in butter until tender, about 3 minutes.
  • Add rice; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Carefully stir in 1 cup heated broth. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed.
  • Add remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow liquid to absorb between additions.
  • Cook just until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender. Total cooking time is about 20 minutes. Add the spinach, shrimp, cheese and pepper; cook and stir until spinach is wilted and shrimp are heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436.6, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 191.4, Sodium 1036.4, Carbohydrate 46.9, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 2.1, Protein 37.5

SHRIMP RISOTTO



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This colorful main dish will make family meals seem a little more elegant. It comes together so quickly, it's just right for a warming weeknight supper. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 small onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1-3/4 cups uncooked instant rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
1 pound peeled and deveined cooked medium shrimp
2 cups fresh baby spinach, coarsely chopped
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 plum tomato, chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons 2% milk

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add the rice, garlic, basil and pepper; cook 2 minutes longer. Stir in 1 can broth. Cook and stir until most of the liquid is absorbed., Add the remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook until risotto is creamy and rice is tender. , Add the remaining ingredients; cook and stir until spinach is wilted and shrimp are heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 420 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 197mg cholesterol, Sodium 1196mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

THAI BASIL SHRIMP RISOTTO



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Make and share this Thai Basil Shrimp Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by boldlyreal

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 lb shrimp, rinsed and dried
kosher salt
fresh ground pepper
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 small onion, diced
2 cups arborio rice
2 cups dry white wine
5 -6 cups chicken stock, hot
12 Thai basil, cut into fine strips
1 lime, juice of

Steps:

  • Heat large saucepan over medium heat. Add 1 tbs oil and swirl to coat bottom. When oil is hot, add the shrimp and saute, stirring, until shrimp are pink, about 1 minute. season with salt and pepper. Transfer the shrimp to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the remaning tbs of oil and 1 tbs of butter to the pan. When the mixture is hot, add the garlic and onions and saute until soft, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the rice and saute until rice is opaque, about 2 minutes. Add the wine, deglaze the pan, and simmer until liquid is absorbed by the rice, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Ladle in the stock 1/2 cup at a time, allowing each addition to be absorbed by the rice before adding the next. Continue until the rice is al dente, about 10 minutes. Return the shrimp to the rice, add the basil,the remaining 2 tbs of butter and the lime juice, and stir. Taste and adjust the salt and pepper if needed.
  • Transfer to serving dish and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 799.4, Fat 21, SaturatedFat 7.2, Cholesterol 174.8, Sodium 1080.6, Carbohydrate 98.6, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 6.9, Protein 30.2

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