Asparagus Risotto
"A simple creamy risotto with asparagus, basil and a splash of lemon juice!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound asparagus (trimmed, cleaned, cut into pieces)*
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2 tablespoons basil*
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2 tablespoons butter
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1 onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, chopped
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1 cup arborio rice (or other medium or short grained rice)
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1/2 cup white wine (or broth)
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2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth, or the water that you cooked the asparagus in, warm)
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1/2 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan cheese), grated
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1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
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salt & pepper to taste
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