SPICED PEAR RISOTTO

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We love risotto and are always in search of fun and different ways to prepare it. I like to serve this fruity version with pork tenderloin.-Kim Berto, Port Orchard, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet onion
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
3 tablespoons butter
3 cups uncooked arborio rice
1/2 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
Dash cayenne pepper
1/4 cup apple cider or juice
1 large pear, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Chopped chives, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a Dutch oven, saute the onion, red pepper and garlic in butter until tender, about 3 minutes. , Add the rice, five-spice powder and cayenne; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat to medium; add cider. Cook and stir until all the liquid is absorbed. , Add warm broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook just until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender. (Cooking time is about 25 minutes.) , Add the pear, 1/4 cup cheese and pepper; cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. If desired, top with chopped chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 675mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Michelle Burton
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I'm looking for a risotto recipe that's easy to make. Is this one difficult?


Markella Skourkea
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This risotto is a bit too expensive for my taste. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Okeke Onyinyechi
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I love this risotto! It's so creamy and flavorful. I'll definitely be making it again.


Wahid Qureshi
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I'm not sure if I did something wrong, but my risotto turned out mushy. I think I'll try cooking it for less time next time.


Christian Hernandez
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This risotto is a great way to impress your guests. It's elegant and delicious.


Camari Ahmoy
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I'm not a big fan of pears, but I actually really enjoyed this risotto. The flavors are very well-balanced.


Retro Vandal & Psionic Games
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This risotto is absolutely delicious! I love the combination of flavors and textures.


Ishrat Dawlatzai
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I found this risotto to be a bit bland. I think it could use more spices.


Ell
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This risotto is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try using less pears next time.


leslie Talbott
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The presentation of this risotto is beautiful! I love the way the pears are arranged on top.


Ibrahim Abdulrashid
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This risotto is a great way to use up leftover pears. It's also a relatively easy dish to make, so it's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Life star production
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I wasn't sure what to expect from this risotto, but I was pleasantly surprised. It was creamy and flavorful, and the pears added a nice touch of sweetness.


Natural beauty gifts
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This is one of the best risottos I've ever had. The pears and spices are a perfect match, and the texture is just right.


Bhadra Limhu
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I love the unique combination of flavors in this risotto. The pears add a touch of sweetness, while the spices give it a warm and savory flavor.


micheal anderson
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This risotto was a delightful surprise! The flavors of the pears and spices came together perfectly, and the texture was creamy and delicious.