Fresh Asparagus Risotto Recipe
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Fresh Asparagus Risotto

By: RiceSelect  
"This classic risotto uses arborio rice, fresh asparagus, white wine, cream and Parmesan cheese for a creamy side dish just right for spring."

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Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
40 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  • 3 cups water
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons butter or margarine, divided
  • 1 pound fresh asparagus spears, diagonally sliced into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 cup uncooked RiceSelect® Arborio Rice
  • 1/3 cup dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. Heat water and broth in 2-quart saucepan over medium heat until it comes to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and keep warm. Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in large saucepan over medium heat; add asparagus and cook until tender crisp. Remove asparagus; set aside. In same saucepan, cook onion in remaining 1 tablespoon butter until soft. Add rice and stir 2 to 3 minutes. Add wine; stir until absorbed. Increase heat to medium-high; stir in 1 cup water-broth mixture.
  2. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, until liquid is absorbed. Continue stirring and adding remaining water-broth mixture 1 cup at a time, allowing each cup to be absorbed before adding another. Cook until rice is tender and mixture has a creamy consistency, approximately 25 to 30 minutes. Stir in asparagus, cream, cheese, salt and pepper. Stir until mixture is creamy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 272 | Total Fat: 14.4g | Cholesterol: 47mg

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Reviewed on May 18, 2009 by ChristinaW Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
This was delicious! I made it veggie-friendly by using vegetable broth. I also left out the... MORE
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Reviewed on Jun. 23, 2009 by MaryTee 
Oh, this was soooo good! I decided to look for an asparagus risotto recipe after ordering this... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 18, 2009 by Carnivore Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Especially for this sort of asparagus preparation, I strongly recommend peeling the lower half... MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2009 by Dafranchise69 
First try at Risotto and it ended great. Second try and deviated from this recipe and it ended... MORE
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Reviewed on May 12, 2009 by Libby 
I love risotto and this recipe is my favorite. MORE
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Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2009 by Karen 
This was only my 3rd time to fix risotto, but this recipe was definitely the best. Liked by all. MORE
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Reviewed on Apr. 28, 2009 by david nesmith 
This is delicious and easy MORE
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Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2009 by Kerry 
This was my first time making risotto and it turned out perfect! It was delicious!! I... MORE
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Reviewed on May 19, 2009 by Lydia 
This was my first attempt at risotto. It seemed a bit time consuming but the recipe was... MORE
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Reviewed on Oct. 21, 2009 by docswife Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)
Well worth the time making this delightful dish! My family devoured this!! The only change I... MORE

 
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