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artichoke and asparagus risotto

(1 rating)
DaveSSmith1 avatar
Recipe by
Dave Smith
@DaveSSmith1
Myrtle Beach, SC

In this recipe, you’ll love the prevalence of the fresh herbs amid the warm, creamy rice, asparagus and artichokes. Though risotto doesn’t need constant stirring, it does require close attention to prevent scorching. The whole cooking process takes 20 to 25 minutes. TIP *Arborio rice is an Italian short-grained rice. The fat grains are very starchy and, therefore, perfect for making risotto because the excess starch helps create the creaminess necessary for this rice dish. Arborio rice can be found in most grocery stores as well as Italian markets or gourmet stores.

(1 rating)
yield 4 (1 1/4-cup)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 40 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For artichoke and asparagus risotto

  • 1 jar
    artichoke hearts, canned
  • 6 c
    chicken broth, low salt
  • 3 Tbsp
    butter, unsalted
  • 1
    onions, vidalia, peeled, coarsely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 1/2 can
    arborio rice
  • 1 c
    asparagus, fresh, sliced (1 inch)
  • 1/2 c
    white wine, or additional lower-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 Tbsp
    fresh marjoram, oregano or thyme
  • 1/2 c
    parmesan cheese

How To Make artichoke and asparagus risotto

  • 1
    Drain artichokes, reserving 2 tablespoons marinade. Bring broth to a boil in large saucepan over medium-high heat. Cover; reduce heat to low to maintain a simmer.
  • 2
    Melt 2 tablespoons of the butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion 3 minutes or until softened, stirring frequently. Stir in rice and 1 tablespoon of the reserved marinade until coated; cook 2 minutes or until barely opaque, stirring constantly.
  • 3
    Add 1 1/2 cups of the hot broth; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until most of the liquid has been absorbed, stirring frequently. Continue adding broth, 1/2 cup at a time, cooking and stirring frequently. After 4 cups of the broth have been added, stir in asparagus. Add remaining broth 1/2 cup at a time until all the liquid has been absorbed and rice is al dente, stirring frequently and adjusting heat as necessary. Add wine, artichokes, remaining 1 tablespoon reserved marinade and marjoram, stirring until creamy. Stir in cheese and remaining 1 tablespoon butter.
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