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Lemon Risotto
 
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes
Cook Time: 45 Minutes
Ready In: 45 Minutes
Servings: 6
Risotto al Limone , lemon flavored risotto!
Ingredients:
6 cups chicken broth
3 and 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 and 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 large shallots, chopped
2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/4 cup dry white wine
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
4 teaspoons grated lemon peel
Directions:
1. Bring broth to simmer in large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Reduce heat to low; cover to keep warm.
3. Melt 1 and 1/2 tablespoons butter with olive oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
4. Add shallots and saute until tender, about 6 minutes.
5. Add rice; stir 1 minute.
6. Add wine and stir until evaporated, about 30 seconds.
7. Add 1 and 1/2 cups hot broth; simmer until absorbed, stirring frequently.
8. Add remaining broth 1/2 cup at a time, allowing broth to be absorbed before adding more and stirring frequently until rice is creamy and tender, about 35 minutes.
9. Stir in cheese and remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
10. Stir in parsley, lemon juice, and lemon peel.
11. Season risotto with salt and pepper.
12. Transfer to bowl and serve. Makes 6 first-course or 4 main-course servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com