Best 15 Ham And Asparagus Risotto Recipes

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When seeking a gourmet yet comforting meal, "ham and asparagus risotto" stands out as an exceptional choice. This classic Italian dish masterfully blends tender ham, vibrant asparagus, and creamy risotto into a symphony of flavors. The smoky, savory notes of the ham, the delicate sweetness of the asparagus, and the rich, velvety texture of the risotto come together in perfect harmony. Be prepared to embark on a culinary journey filled with textures, colors, and tastes.

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PARMA HAM & ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This is a recipe I found in a cooking magazine years ago that has become a real family favorite. Comfort food at it's best. You can substitute leftover chicken for parma ham or leave out the meat and go vegetarian (maybe adding some mushrooms).

Provided by barbara.muirhead

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion (chopped finely)
1 cup arborio rice (Risotto)
3 cups chicken stock
1 bunch fresh asparagus (cut into 1-inch pieces)
6 slices parma ham (torn into bite size pieces)
1 teaspoon parsley (finely chopped)
50 g philadelphia cheese
grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat Olive Oil in a large saucepan and saute onion until soft.
  • Add rice and continue to cook for 2 minutes.
  • Add 1/2 cup stock and stir until absorbed. Continue adding stock in 1/2 cup increments waiting until stock is absorbed before adding the next 1/2 cup.
  • After adding the last 1/2 cup add the asparagus pieces and cook until stock absorbed.
  • Stir in Philadelphia until melted and then parma ham until heated through and finally the parsley.
  • Serve sprinkled with parmesan cheese.

HAM AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Ham and asparagus risotto

Categories     Workday lunches, Midweek Dinner, Main

Time 40m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
2 clove garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 cup (300g) arborio rice
4 1/2 cup (1.25l) hot chicken stock (salt-reduced)
200 gram ham, sliced
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed, diagonally sliced
1/2 cup (60g) peas
2 tablespoon chopped tarragon
3 tablespoon grated parmesan, plus extra, to serve
20 gram butter

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a heavy-based saucepan on medium. Saute onion and garlic 2-3 minutes, until tender. Add rice; cook, stirring, 2 minutes.
  • Add a ladle of hot stock to rice mixture; stir constantly until liquid is completely absorbed. Continue until rice is tender (about 20 minutes).
  • Stir in ham, asparagus, peas and tarragon; cook a further 3 minutes. Stir in grated parmesan and butter.
  • Season to taste. Serve scattered with extra grated parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize Serves 4

HAM AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Make and share this Ham and Asparagus Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Ham

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

sliced asparagus (about 1/2 pound)
1 cup water
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can low sodium chicken broth
vegetable oil cooking spray
1 cup chopped mushroom
1/4 cup sliced green onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup uncooked arborio rice or 1 cup other short-grain rice
1 1/3 cups chopped ham (about 6 ounces)
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Cook the asparagus in boiling water 3 minutes or until crisp-tender. Drain and set aside.
  • Combine 1 cup water, the wine, and broth in a small saucepan; bring to a simmer (do not boil). Keep warm over low heat.
  • Coat a medium saucepan with cooking spray; place over medium heat until hot.
  • Add mushrooms, green onions, and garlic; sauté 2 minutes. Add rice; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Add 1/2 cup warm broth mixture and ham; cook 3 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly.
  • Add remaining broth mixture, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 20 minutes total).
  • Add asparagus during the last 4 minutes of cooking time. Remove from heat; stir in parsley and thyme. Serve immediately.

WILD MUSHROOM AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     side-dish

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 cups chicken broth
1 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup finely chopped onion
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups Arborio rice
5 ounces wild mushrooms, cooked and coarsely chopped, approximately 3/4 cup
7 ounces asparagus, cooked and cut into 1-inch pieces, approximately 1 1/2 cups
2 ounces grated Parmesan, approximately 1/2 cup
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • In an electric kettle or medium saucepan with a lid, combine chicken broth and white wine and heat just to simmering. Keep warm.
  • In a large 3 to 4-quart heavy saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onions and a pinch of salt and sweat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the rice and stir. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes or until the grains are translucent around the edges. Be careful not to allow the grains or the onions to brown.
  • Reduce the heat to low. Add enough of the wine and chicken stock just to cover the top of the rice. Stir or move the pan often, until the liquid is completely absorbed into rice. Once absorbed, add another amount of liquid just to cover the rice and continue stirring or moving as before. There should be just enough liquid left to repeat 1 more time. It should take approximately 35 to 40 minutes for all of the liquid to be absorbed. After the last addition of liquid has been mostly absorbed, add the mushrooms and asparagus and stir until risotto is creamy and asparagus is heated through. Remove from the heat and stir in the Parmesan, lemon zest, and nutmeg. Taste and season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • *Cook's Note: If fresh wild mushrooms are not available, reconstituted dried mushrooms can be used instead. Place 2 ounces of dried mushrooms into a bowl and cover with warm water. Allow to sit for about 30 minutes or until all the mushrooms are soft and pliable.

RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 bunches thick asparagus (about 2 pounds)
1 sprig fresh thyme or lemon thyme
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large shallot, diced
2 cups arborio rice
Kosher salt
1/3 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 head Bibb lettuce, cut into strips
8 ounces robiola or taleggio cheese, thinly sliced
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Peel the bottom third of the asparagus stalks with a vegetable peeler. Snap each stalk where it breaks naturally; reserve 4 of the peeled bottoms for crostini (below). Thinly slice 6 asparagus bottoms and place the rest of the bottoms in a saucepan with 8 cups water and the thyme to make asparagus broth; bring to a simmer.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook, stirring, until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the rice and cook, stirring, until glossy, about 1 minute. Add 1 1/4 teaspoons salt. Pour in the wine and stir until absorbed. Stir in 1/2 cup of the asparagus broth until absorbed (use a ladle to add the broth, keeping the solids in the pan). Continue to add broth in 1/2-cup increments, stirring constantly and allowing the liquid to be absorbed before adding more, about 10 minutes. (You should have about half the broth left.) Stir in the sliced asparagus bottoms and the lemon zest. Add the remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, until the rice is just tender, 5 to 8 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the asparagus tips in a large skillet, cover with water and season with salt and pepper. Simmer over medium-high heat until just tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter, the parmesan and lemon juice to the risotto. Stir in the lettuce, remove from the heat and season with salt. Divide among bowls, top with the robiola and season with pepper. Drizzle the asparagus tips with olive oil and spoon over the risotto.

CREAMED HAM AND ASPARAGUS



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To be truthful, asparagus is my least favorite vegetable. But I make an exception with this recipe my mom and I came up with together. The ham and cheese really lend a tasty difference. Now that our parents are retired, my brothers and I have taken over the family farm. We milk 200 Holsteins.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound fresh or frozen asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1-1/2 cups milk, divided
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
1-1/2 pounds fully cooked ham, cubed
3 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Toast points or biscuits

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, cook asparagus in a small amount of water until tender; drain and set aside. , In a large saucepan, melt butter. Stir in cornstarch, salt and pepper until smooth. Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. , Add parsley, ham, eggs, cheese and asparagus; cook and stir over low heat until ham is warmed and cheese is melted. Serve over toast points or biscuits.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 805 calories, Fat 72g fat (43g saturated fat), Cholesterol 339mg cholesterol, Sodium 2606mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

ASPARAGUS HAM DINNER



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I've been making this low-fat ham dinner for my family for years, and we always look forward to it. With asparagus, tomato, pasta and chunks of ham, it's a tempting blend of tastes and textures. -Rhonda Zavodny, David City, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups uncooked corkscrew or spiral pasta
3/4 pound fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium sweet yellow pepper, julienned
1 tablespoon olive oil
6 medium tomatoes, diced
6 ounces boneless fully cooked ham, cubed
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, saute asparagus and yellow pepper in oil until crisp-tender. Add tomatoes and ham; heat through. Drain pasta; add to mixture. Stir in parsley and seasonings. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 561mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

HAM AND ARTICHOKE RISOTTO



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, lunch, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large artichoke
1/2 lemon
5 cups strong chicken stock
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 6-ounce slice boiled ham, about 1/4-inch thick
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pull away the dark green outer leaves of the artichoke until you reach the yellow inner leaves. Cut one to two inches off the top of the artichoke, eliminating all prickly parts. Cut the base in half vertically. With a sharp knife, cut away the fuzzy choke and any remaining little leaves. Cut each half into thin slices and place in small bowl of water into which you have squeezed the lemon half.
  • Bring the chicken stock to a simmer on top of the stove. Meanwhile, heat the butter and oil in a heavy skillet and cook the onion and garlic until the onion is soft. Drain the artichoke slices, pat them dry and saute for two to three minutes.
  • Add the rice and saute, stirring for one to two minutes, making sure the grains are coated with the butter and oil. Add the wine and stir it until it is absorbed. Add the hot broth one-half cup at a time, stirring frequently. Do not add the next cup before the previous one is completely absorbed.
  • When the rice is almost done (it should be creamy but al dente) add the ham and Parmesan cheese. Season to taste and Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 583, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 80 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 21 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 1218 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MUSHROOM AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This recipe for mushroom and asparagus risotto is courtesy of Martha's personal chef, Pierre Schaedelin.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Pasta and Grains     Rice Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound assorted mushrooms, such as oyster and cremini, cleaned
1 ounce dried porcini mushrooms
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for serving
1 large clove garlic, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
2 cups Arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Remove stems from mushrooms; set aside. Cut mushrooms into 1/2-inch pieces. Set aside two-thirds of the mushrooms and coarsely chop the remaining mushrooms; set aside. Place porcini mushrooms, mushroom stems, and 6 cups water in a medium saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat. Let boil for 2 minutes; immediately remove from heat and let stand 15 to 20 minutes. Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve into another medium saucepan; discard solids. Place mushroom stock over low heat and keep covered until ready to use.
  • Cut 2 inches from the top of asparagus; set aside. Cut remaining portion of the asparagus crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces. Bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil; prepare an ice-water bath. Place asparagus tips in boiling water and cook until tender-crisp, about 2 minutes; drain and immediately transfer to ice-water bath to cool. Drain and set aside. Repeat process with 1/4-inch asparagus pieces.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over low heat. Add garlic and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 2 minutes.
  • Add rice and stir to coat. Add wine and increase heat to medium-high; season with 2 teaspoons salt. Let cook, stirring, until liquid is almost evaporated, about 2 minutes. Add 1/2 cup of the warm mushroom stock and cook, stirring constantly, until liquid is almost evaporated, about 2 minutes. Repeat this process 2 more times.
  • Add reserved coarsely chopped mushrooms and season with 1 teaspoon pepper. Continue adding mushroom stock, 1/2 cup at a time, and cook, stirring, until liquid has almost evaporated, about every 2 minutes, until rice is al dente, 20 to 30 minutes total.
  • Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Add remaining two-thirds of the mushrooms and cook, stirring, until golden brown, about 2 minutes; season with salt and pepper. Add asparagus tips and cook until lightly browned, about 1 minute more. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Add 1/4-inch pieces of asparagus to risotto and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Remove risotto from heat and add remaining 1/4 cup olive oil to risotto, along with butter and cheese. Stir until butter has melted and mixture is well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Divide risotto evenly among 4 serving plates. Top with sauteed mushrooms and asparagus tips. Drizzle with olive and serve immediately.

RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS AND PROSCIUTTO



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound asparagus
1 quart hot chicken stock
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 shallots, finely chopped
1/4 pound prosciutto, chopped
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
2 cups arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
1 generous pinch saffron threads
6 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut the asparagus into pieces two inches long, keeping the tips separate from the stalks. Bring the chicken stock to simmer and cook the stalks until tender. Remove with a slotted spoon. Add tips and repeat process.
  • Heat the oil and two tablespoons butter in a skillet and gently soften the shallots with the prosciutto. Season with salt and pepper and add the rice. Stir with a wooden spoon to coat the grains. Let the rice cook three to four minutes, stirring so that it absorbs the butter and turns opaque.
  • Add the wine, stir, and then add the saffron.
  • Add the hot stock a ladle at a time, and cook the rice, stirring. Keep stirring and adding stock for about 20 minutes. The rice will absorb the liquid. Make sure the stock is being absorbed and that there is not much liquid on top. The bottom of the pan should be clean.
  • Start testing the rice. It is done when it is al dente. You may not need to use all the stock or you may need to add a little hot water. Be careful not to overcook the rice.
  • Just before the risotto is ready, stir in the asparagus to heat through. Stir in the remaining butter but do not return to the heat. Add the cheese, spoon the rice onto individual heated plates and sprinkle with extra cheese and ground pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 825, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 103 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 1449 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PARMA HAM MOZZARELLA RISOTTO



Parma ham mozzarella risotto image

A delicious risotto recipe sure to wow at dinner parties.

Provided by emily_etc

Time 50m

Yield Serves 1

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Begin by making the stock and having all your ingredients chopped and ready. Wrap the mozzarella up in the parma ham slices on a tray ready to grill later.
  • Add the butter and chopped garlic to the pan, on a medium heat. Followed by the onion until softened.
  • Add the risotto rice until lightly toasted and then seconds later add a little stock. This is also a good time to add any white wine or black pepper to season. Continue to add stock as the rice and when the absorbs it, for around 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the chopped spinach to the mixture around 5 minutes before the risotto is ready. Grate in as much Parmigiana Reggiano as desired. Simultaneously, put the parma ham parcels under the grill on a medium heat.
  • The last few steps should mean the risotto and parcels are ready at the same time. Plate up with the parcels on top and serve with spinach leaves and grated cheese.

RISOTTO WITH CHICKEN AND ASPARAGUS



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A delicious, authentic-tasting Italian risotto with chicken and asparagus. Perfect with a glass of Italian wine!

Provided by katie

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Risotto Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 (5 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cubed
2 teaspoons olive oil or butter
½ large onion, minced
1 cup Carnaroli or Arborio rice
½ cup white wine
8 ounces asparagus, finely chopped
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon dried basil
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Bring chicken stock to a boil in a small saucepan, then keep warm over low heat.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the cubed chicken, and continue cooking until firm and lightly browned; set aside.
  • Heat remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil in the saucepan and cook onions until they soften and turn translucent, about 1 minute. Stir in the rice, and continue cooking until the rice turns opaque, and the onion begins to brown.
  • Stir in the wine and asparagus; cook, stirring constantly, until the wine evaporates. Reduce heat to medium, and stir in 1/3 of the hot chicken stock. Cook, stirring constantly, until all of the liquid has been absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir in another 1/3 of the chicken stock and continue cooking and stirring until absorbed, 8 to 10 minutes. Season the risotto with oregano and basil. Pour in the remaining stock, and stir until absorbed again, 8 to 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then stir in the Parmesan cheese and chicken cubes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 877.3 calories, Carbohydrate 104.7 g, Cholesterol 104.3 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 50.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 1074 mg, Sugar 5 g

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.

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

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. This means using fresh asparagus, Arborio rice, and a flavorful stock.
  • Don't overcook the rice. Arborio rice should be cooked al dente, with a slight bite to it.
  • Add the asparagus at the end of cooking. This will help it stay crisp and tender.
  • Stir in the Parmesan cheese just before serving. This will help it melt and create a creamy sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley, chives, or basil.

Conclusion:

Ham and asparagus risotto is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. With its creamy texture, flavorful ingredients, and beautiful presentation, this risotto is sure to impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give ham and asparagus risotto a try. You won't be disappointed!

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