Best 15 Creamy Parmesan Risotto With Asparagus Recipes

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Creamy parmesan risotto with asparagus is a delightful and savory dish that combines the rich flavors of parmesan cheese, creamy risotto rice, and fresh asparagus. It is a comforting and versatile dish that can be served as a main course or a side dish. The combination of textures and flavors in this dish makes it a popular choice for both special occasions and everyday meals. With the right ingredients and a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and memorable creamy parmesan risotto with asparagus that will surely impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 15 tried and tested recipes!

SUPER CREAMY PARMESAN RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS (NO-STIR METHOD)



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A classic super creamy Parmesan risotto recipe that features a simple no-stir method! Take all the guess work out of this recipe with this ridiculously simple method proven by yours truly and the genius behind Serious Eats.

Provided by Mila Furman

Categories     Vegetarian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
1 quart good quality chicken broth
1 cup white wine
2 tablespoons butter
3 medium cloves garlic (grated on a microplane*see note)
3 small shallots finely minced or grated on a microplane *see note
1 cup of sliced asparagus with the woodsy ends removed (about 5 stalks)
3/4 cup heavy cream or more if necessary for extra creaminess
6 ounces finely grated parmesan
zest of half a lemon
2 tbsp of freshly chopped chives or freshly chopped parsley
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Start with the butter in a shallow pan or sautee pan over medium heat.
  • Once the butter is bubbling add in the garlic and shallots. Close with a lid and allow to sweat for 5 minutes ensuring you do not get any color on them.
  • Turn heat up and add in rice grains. Toast for ONLY 1 MINUTE.
  • Add in white wine and reduce about 2 minutes. Make sure to scrape the bottom of the pan (this is called deglazing) this lifts up all the flavor!
  • Pour in all of the chicken broth into the pan EXCEPT ONE CUP. Reserve that one cup for later. Give everything a good stir and increase the heat to high until everything is bubbling and simmering away. Stir rice once more reduce heat to the lowest it can go and cover.
  • Continue cooking without peeking for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the lid and stir once. Replace the lid and continue cooking until the rice is al dente, about 10 more minutes.
  • Remove the lid, add the final cup of broth and the asparagus. Stir ensuring that the risotto gets nice and creamy. This will be just enough time for the asparagus to be perfectly cooked.
  • Turn of the heat, add in heavy whipping cream, lemon zest, Parmesan and chives. Stir and SERVE IMMEDIATELY.

CREAMY PARMESAN RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS



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From the Cuisinart Rice Cooker instruction booklet. Makes 3 cups (serves 6 as a side dish, 4 as a first course, 2 as an entree) This is for the 4 cup rice cooker.

Provided by HeatherN

Categories     Short Grain Rice

Time 1h2m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 ounces asparagus, peeled, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 teaspoon unsalted butter
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup carrot, finely chopped
1 cup arborio rice
1/3 cup dry white wine
3 cups chicken broth
4 tablespoons heavy cream
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • Lightly coat the steaming tray of the rice cooker with cooking spray. Place asparagus in steaming tray, reserve.
  • Place butter and olive oil in the rice cooking bowl, turn on and wait one minute. Stir in the chopped onions anc arrots and cover, cook 1 minute.
  • Add the rice; stir to coat completely. Cover and cook 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the wine; cover. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, until wine is completely absorbed.
  • Add the water or stock; stir.
  • Cover and cook 25 minutes, stirring 2 or 3 times during cooking.
  • Place the asparagus filled steaming tray on the rice cooking bowl and cover. Cook until the rice cooker switches to "warm, about 5 minutes longer.
  • When the rice cooker switches to "warm", stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan and white pepper. Replace the steaming tray over the rice cooking bowl and let stand on "warm" for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir the steamed asparagus into the risotto.

ASPARAGUS-WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO WITH PARMESAN



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 teaspoons olive oil
2 shallots, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced (or 2 teaspoons pre-minced garlic)
8 cups sliced wild mushrooms (any combination of shiitake, cremini, oyster, etc).
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cups cooked Arborio rice
1 cup reduced-sodium beef broth
2 cups chopped fresh or frozen asparagus spears (1-inch pieces)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
Salt and ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large stock pot over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic and cook 1 minute. Add mushrooms and saute 5 minutes, until tender and releasing juice. Add thyme and cook 1 minute, until fragrant. Using a slotted spoon, remove 1 cup of sauteed mushrooms and reserve for Wild Mushroom Turnovers with Romano Cheese.
  • To the mushrooms in the pot, add rice and broth and asparagus and bring to a simmer. Simmer 5 minutes, Stir in Parmesan and chopped parsley. Season, to taste, with salt and black pepper. Ladle risotto into bowls and serve hot.
  • Serving suggestions: Toss cherry tomatoes with bottled Caesar dressing and serve alongside risotto.

EASY PARMESAN "RISOTTO"



Easy Parmesan

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
5 cups simmering chicken stock, preferably homemade, divided
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, diced
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup frozen peas

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Place the rice and 4 cups of the chicken stock in a Dutch oven, such as Le Creuset. Cover and bake for 45 minutes, until most of the liquid is absorbed and the rice is al dente. Remove from the oven, add the remaining cup of chicken stock, the Parmesan, wine, butter, salt, and pepper, and stir vigorously for 2 to 3 minutes, until the rice is thick and creamy. Add the peas and stir until heated through. Serve hot.

RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh asparagus
2 shallots, minced
1 red pepper, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups raw Italian arborio rice
1 to 1 1/2 quarts hot chicken stock
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • Trim the asparagus and steam until al dente. Cool and cut into three-quarter-inch pieces.
  • In a large heavy skillet or casserole, saute the shallots with the peppers in butter and oil until the shallots are translucent. Add the rice and cook, stirring, so that it is thoroughly coated. Add the asparagus, saute for a minute. Add a cupful of hot stock and cook, stirring continually, until the rice has absorbed the liquid.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste and half a cup of broth. Continue stirring so that the rice does not stick to the bottom of the pan, and add more broth, half a cup at a time, until the rice is cooked. It is done when it is al dente.
  • Stir in the cheese, correct seasoning, sprinkle with chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 439, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 926 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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It's Italian! From its creamy texture and slow cooking to its flavors of garlic, pine nuts and Parmesan, this side dish is a keeper.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 45m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton) or vegetable broth
3 cups water
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1/4 cup shredded carrot
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup dry white wine, Progresso™ reduced-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
1 package (12 oz) uncooked Arborio or other short-grain rice
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt (kosher or sea salt)
1 box (9 oz) Cascadian Farm® frozen organic asparagus cuts, thawed
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 oz shredded fresh Parmesan cheese (1/2 cup)

Steps:

  • In 3- to 4-quart saucepan, heat broth and water to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer while preparing risotto.
  • Meanwhile, in 10-inch skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, carrot and garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onion and carrot are tender. Stir in wine; cook 1 minute or until wine boils. Stir in rice, salt and 1 cup simmering liquid. Cook until liquid is absorbed into rice, stirring frequently. Continue to add liquid, 1 cup at a time, cooking until liquid is absorbed and stirring frequently.
  • When 4 cups liquid have been absorbed, stir in asparagus. Test rice for doneness, and continue adding 1/2 cup liquid at a time until rice is tender but still firm and creamy (process takes 15 to 20 minutes).
  • Remove skillet from heat. Stir in pine nuts and cheese. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 58 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 780 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

CREAMY ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This recipe has evolved from one that I saw on Hell's Kitchen. I searched high and low for the closest thing and eventually came up with this. Enjoy!

Provided by Chef RoboTron

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 lbs asparagus, trimmed tips cut off and reserved
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups chicken stock or 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 medium shallots, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 1/2 cups arborio rice (1 pound)
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (3 ounces)
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the asparagus tips in a medium saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the tips to a colander.
  • and rinse in cold water; drain well.
  • 2. Break the asparagus stalks in half. Add them to the boiling water and cook until very tender, about 10 minutes. Reserve 1/3 cup of the cooking water, then drain the stalks. Puree the stalks with the reserved cooking water in a food processor. Using a rubber spatula, work the puree through a coarse sieve; you should have about 2 cups.
  • 3. In a medium saucepan, bring the stock to a simmer. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large, heavy saucepan. Add the shallots and cook over low heat, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, until softened but not browned, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until the shallots are lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add the rice and stir over moderate heat to coat the grains with the oil. Pour in the wine and continue stirring until the wine is almost evaporated, about 2 minutes.
  • 4. Add 1 cup of the hot stock and stir constantly until almost absorbed. Continue adding the stock, 1 cup at a time, stirring constantly until it is absorbed before adding more. When the rice is almost tender, after about 15 minutes, add the asparagus puree. Continue to cook, stirring, until the rice is tender but still firm to the bite, about 4 minutes. Add the asparagus tips and stir for 1 minute to heat through.
  • 5. Remove the risotto from the heat and stir in the butter and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper and let stand for 2 minutes, then spoon the risotto into shallow bowls and serve.
  • Serves 8.
  • This risotto gets its velvety texture from the asparagus puree that's stirred in before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.1, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 22, Sodium 848.1, Carbohydrate 85.6, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 6, Protein 20.1

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Categories     Rice     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Asparagus     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 pounds asparagus
5 cups (about) canned low-salt chicken broth
1 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup whipping cream
Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • Trim tough ends from asparagus; discard. Cut off asparagus tips and reserve. Cut stalks into 3/4-inch-long pieces. Place 2/3 of stalk pieces, 1 cup broth and 1 cup water in blender. Puree until smooth. Set aside.
  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until tender, about 8 minutes. Add rice and stir 1 minute. Add wine and cook until absorbed, stirring often, about 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup broth and chopped rosemary; simmer until liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Continue to cook for 15 minutes, adding more broth by 1/2 cupfuls and allowing liquid to be absorbed before adding more, stirring often. Add remaining asparagus stalk pieces and reserved asparagus tips and continue cooking until rice is just tender and mixture is creamy, adding broth as needed and stirring often, about 10 minutes longer. Add reserved asparagus puree and stir until absorbed, about 3 minutes. Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan and cream. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer risotto to bowl. Garnish with rosemary sprigs, if desired. Serve, passing remaining Parmesan separately.

CREAMY PARMESAN RISOTTO



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The extra starch in Arborio rice gives risotto its creamy texture; here Parmesan cheese makes it even creamier.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups low-sodium canned or Homemade Chicken Stock
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium shallots, minced
2 cups Arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
Zest of 1 lemon (2 teaspoons), plus more for garnish (optional)
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 ounces), plus more for garnish
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat chicken stock in a medium saucepan. Keep hot during preparation.
  • Heat the butter and oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the garlic and shallots, and saute, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, 3 to 4 minutes. Do not brown. Add the rice, and stir to coat. Cook rice, stirring frequently, until well coated and grains start to appear translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the white wine, and stir constantly until it has evaporated, about 2 minutes.
  • Add 1 cup of the hot stock, and cook, stirring constantly, until almost all of the liquid has evaporated. Then add hot stock, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each addition is absorbed before adding the next (reserve about 1/2 cup stock for serving). Cook until rice is tender but still firm in the center (a total of 20 to 25 minutes).
  • Remove pan from heat, and stir in 2 teaspoons lemon zest, 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Add some of the remaining stock a little at a time to reach desired consistency (it should be fairly loose). Serve immediately, garnished with additional lemon zest, if desired, and Parmesan cheese.

PARMESAN RISOTTO



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Risotto is a creamy Italian rice dish. In this version, the rice is briefly sauteed, then slowly cooked in wine and seasonings. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup olive oil
3 cups arborio rice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup dry white wine or water
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil until tender. Add rice and garlic; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in wine. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed. , Add heated broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and allowing the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook just until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender, about 20 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients; cook and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 728mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

ROASTED ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This recipe's wow factor makes it perfect for special occasions. To save time, the asparagus and prosciutto can be roasting while the rice cooks on the stovetop. They'll be ready to stir into the risotto by the time the rice is done. -Deonna Mazur, Buffalo, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 thin slices prosciutto
2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
5-1/2 to 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 shallot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups uncooked arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking sheet. Bake, uncovered at 400° until crisp- tender, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes., Meanwhile, place prosciutto in another ungreased baking pan. Bake at 400° until crisp, 10-12 minutes. Crumble prosciutto; set aside prosciutto and asparagus., In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large skillet, saute shallot and garlic in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in the wine, pepper and salt. Cook and stir until all the liquid is absorbed., Add heated broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender, 20 minutes., Add the asparagus, prosciutto and cheese; cook and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 962mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

LEMON ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Lower in fat than most risotto recipes but no one will know! I like to serve this as a main dish under some steamed halibut or other white fish.

Provided by stefychefy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

20 fresh asparagus spears, trimmed
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, diced
1 stalk celery, diced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup arborio rice
½ cup dry white wine
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon lemon zest

Steps:

  • Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover, and steam until tender, about 5 minutes. Cut asparagus into 1-inch pieces; set aside.
  • Heat chicken broth in a saucepan over medium heat; keep at a simmer while preparing risotto.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and celery until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Stir in garlic and arborio rice; cook and stir until rice is lightly toasted, about 5 more minutes.
  • Pour white wine into rice mixture, stirring constantly, until liquid is evaporated, about 5 minutes. Stir chicken broth into rice, one ladleful at a time, allowing liquid to absorb completely before adding more while stirring constantly, about 20 minutes. Add asparagus and stir.
  • Remove from heat and mix in Parmesan cheese, lemon juice and lemon zest. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.9 calories, Carbohydrate 53.4 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 355.2 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Put asparagus centre stage in this satisfying risotto. Top with a sprinkling of parmesan for an easy midweek meal for two

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch asparagus (about 200g)
800ml vegetable stock
1 tbsp olive oil
25g butter
1 small onion , finely chopped
175g risotto rice
100ml white wine or vermouth (optional)
25g parmesan or vegetarian alternative, finely grated

Steps:

  • Snap the woody ends off the asparagus stalks and tip them into a saucepan with the stock. Put on a low heat to very gently simmer. Meanwhile, cut off the tips of the asparagus, add to the stock for exactly 1 min. Scoop out with a slotted spoon and set aside. Finely slice the rest of the stalks into rounds.
  • Heat the oil and half the butter in a heavy, wide pan. Cook the onions gently for 5 mins until soft, stirring often. Add the chopped asparagus stalks and cook for 2 mins more. Add the rice and continously stir for a few minutes until it turns semi-transparent and makes a hissing sound.
  • Stir in the wine, if using - it will evaporate almost immediately. Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer. Add the stock, a ladleful at a time, stirring between each addition until it is absorbed, about 15 mins.
  • Try the rice - it should feel just cooked with a slight bite to it. Stir in the asparagus tips and any last dregs of stock and cook for 1 or 2 mins more. Remove from the heat and top with the remaining butter and most of the parmesan. Season generously, cover and leave for a few minutes to settle.
  • Give the risotto a thorough stir to incorporate the butter and cheese and serve straight away with the remaining parmesan for sprinkling over.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 623 calories, Fat 22 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 80 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 15 grams protein, Sodium 1.5 milligram of sodium

ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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An easy Asparagus Risotto recipe

Categories     Rice     Vegetable     Side     Asparagus     Spring     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound asparagus, trimmed, cut into 2-inch lengths
5 cups canned low-salt chicken broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 1/2 cups arborio rice or medium-grain white rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) butter
3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (about 3 ounces)

Steps:

  • Blanch asparagus pieces in large pot of boiling, salted water 2 minutes. Drain. Rinse asparagus under cold water. Drain asparagus well.
  • Bring chicken broth to simmer in small saucepan. Reduce heat to low and keep broth hot. Heat olive oil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes. Add rice and stir 3 minutes. Add dry white wine and cook until liquid evaporates. Continue cooking until rice is tender but still slightly firm in center and mixture is creamy, adding chicken broth 1 cup at a time and stirring almost constantly, about 20 minutes. Add blanched asparagus pieces and stir until heated through, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Add 6 tablespoons butter and stir until incorporated. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Season risotto to taste with salt and pepper.

CREAMY ORZO WITH ASPARAGUS & PARMESAN RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Creamy Orzo with Asparagus & Parmesan Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by wing118677

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup orzo
1 cup asparagus, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1/4 to 1/2 cup cream
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
Salt & Pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large sauce pan of water (filled about halfway) to a boil over medium heat. Cook the orzo until tender, about 10 minutes. After the orzo has been cooking for about 5 minutes, add the asparagus to the same pot (this will allow the orzo and asparagus to cook in the same pot and keep the clean-up to a minimum!). Once the orzo and asaparagus are cooked and tender, drain and return to the pot. Quickly add the parmesan cheese and butter. Stir thoroughly, allowing both the cheese and butter to melt. Slowly add the cream to the mixture, while stirring. Continue to stir and add cream until you reach your desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper. Voila! You have a delicious side dish! Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh asparagus, flavorful Parmesan cheese, and creamy arborio rice are essential for a delicious risotto.
  • Toast the rice: Toasting the rice in butter or oil before adding the liquid helps to develop its flavor and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Add the liquid gradually: Slowly adding the liquid to the rice allows it to absorb the flavors and cook evenly.
  • Stir constantly: Stirring the risotto frequently helps to prevent the rice from sticking to the pan and ensures that it cooks evenly.
  • Season to taste: Taste the risotto as it cooks and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Let the risotto rest: Allowing the risotto to rest for a few minutes before serving helps it to thicken and develop its flavors.

Conclusion:

Creamy Parmesan Risotto with Asparagus is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its creamy texture, rich flavor, and vibrant green asparagus, this risotto is sure to impress your family and friends. By following these tips, you can make a perfect risotto every time.

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