SPINACH AND LEMON RISOTTO

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Provided by Chuck Hughes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 28

4 cups Chuck's veal stock, recipe follows or low-sodium chicken stock
1 onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups Arborio rice
1/4 cup butter
1 cup grated Kefalotyri cheese
1 cup cubed feta cheese, plus more for garnish
4 cups spinach
Zest and juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon canola oil
12 large shrimp, cleaned and de-veined, tail intact
2 tablespoons ouzo
2 tablespoons butter
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
8 meaty veal bones
3 tablespoons (45 ml) canola oil
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon (15 ml) tomato paste
1 head garlic
6 carrots
2 onions
4 stalks celery
2 large leeks
4 sprigs fresh thyme
4 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 large sprigs fresh flat-leaf parsley
17 cups water

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the stock to a simmer over medium-low heat.
  • In a large saucepan, cook the onion in oil over medium-low heat, stirring, until softened, for about 5 minutes. Add rice, stirring until each grain is coated with oil. Add about 3/4 cup simmering stock and cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until the stock is absorbed. Continue adding stock, 3/4 cup at a time, still stirring constantly and letting each batch be absorbed before adding the next, until about 1/2 of the stock is remaining. Reduce the heat to moderate, if necessary to keep the risotto at a simmer. Continue adding the stock in the same manner until the rice is tender and creamy looking but still al dente, about 20 minutes.
  • Reduce the heat to low, add the butter then the cheeses. Mix well. Add the spinach and the lemon juice and continue mixing. Remove from the heat and keep warm.
  • In a heavy-bottomed frying pan, heat the canola oil and saute the shrimp for 2 to 3 minutes. Take the pan off the heat and immediately add the ouzo and light it. Let the flame subside. Season the shrimp with salt, and pepper, and set aside.
  • Garnish each portion of the risotto with grilled shrimp, parsley, lemon zest, and feta cheese.
  • To make veal stock:
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Remove meat from bones where possible and cut into 1-inch pieces. If using breast bones, cut apart. In roasting pan, arrange bones and meat in 1 layer, drizzle with oil, season with salt, and pepper and roast in lower part of the oven, stirring half way in between until bones are golden brown, 40 minutes to 1 hour depending on the size of the bones. Add the tomato paste by spooning it over the bones. Add the vegetables and put it in the oven for an additional hour.
  • Into a large stockpot, add bones, meat, roasted vegetables, herbs, and 16 cups (4 L) water. Discard fat from roasting pan. Place tray back onto the stovetop. Heat on medium for about 1 minute then remove. Immediately add 1/2 cup to 1 cup water to the pan, scraping up brown bits, put the tray back on heat and then add the deglazed liquid to the stockpot. Bring liquid to a tremble, about 190 degrees F, and cook at 190 degrees F (skim froth frequently during first hour of cooking) for 8 hours.
  • Pour stock in batches through a large fine sieve and discard solids. Skim off fat. (Alternatively, cool stock, uncovered, and chill, covered. Scrape congealed fat from chilled stock.) Gently simmer stock, skimming froth occasionally, until reduced to about 4 cups (1 L), about 1 hour. Cool stock, uncovered, and chill, covered. Stock keeps, covered and chilled, 1 week or, frozen in airtight containers, 3 months. If desired, pour cooled stock into ice-cube trays with 1-ounce cups and freeze. Frozen cubes keep in heavy-duty sealable plastic bags 3 months.

Rifat Khan 007
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This risotto was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred more garlic and herbs. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Anil
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This spinach and lemon risotto was a delightful dish! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was creamy and al dente. I especially enjoyed the bright pop of lemon that cut through the richness of the risotto. It was a perfect meal for a


Sharif Talokder
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This risotto was a bit too sour for my taste. I think I would have preferred less lemon juice. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Tolo Thobedi
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This risotto was delicious! I love the combination of spinach and lemon. It's a great dish for a special occasion.


Brooklyn k
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This was my first time making risotto, and I was really nervous. But this recipe was so easy to follow, and the risotto turned out amazing! It was creamy and flavorful, and the spinach and lemon added a nice brightness. I will definitely be making th


Abhijeet “ADF” Daya
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This risotto was absolutely delicious! The spinach and lemon flavors were perfectly balanced, and the Parmesan cheese added a nice touch of richness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make risotto.


Md Khokon khan
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This risotto was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred more garlic and herbs. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Shireen De Jongh
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I'm a big fan of spinach and lemon, so I was really excited to try this risotto. It did not disappoint! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the risotto was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again.


dev
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This risotto was a bit too salty for my taste. I think I would have preferred less Parmesan cheese. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Nicholas Akhagemhe
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This spinach and lemon risotto was a delightful surprise! I wasn't sure what to expect, but I was blown away by the flavors. The risotto was creamy and flavorful, and the lemon added a nice brightness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyo


Arshi Roy
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my risotto turned out too runny. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Sadiksha Mogorni
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This risotto was so creamy and delicious! I loved the pop of lemon flavor. It was the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Sojo Manchey
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This risotto was a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred more garlic and herbs. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


bhadra majhi
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I made this risotto for a dinner party, and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the bright and flavorful taste. I will definitely be making this again.


Peanut Head
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This risotto was delicious! I love the combination of spinach and lemon. The only thing I would change is to add more Parmesan cheese. Otherwise, it was perfect.


Noyon Ahammed
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This was my first time making risotto, and it turned out great! I followed the recipe exactly, and it was so easy to follow. The risotto was creamy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone, even if you're a beginner cook.


Dipak Gharti mager
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I'm not a huge fan of spinach, but I loved this risotto! The lemon and Parmesan flavors really shine through. I'll definitely be making this again.


Mrisho Bakari
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This risotto was a bit too sour for my taste. I think I would have preferred less lemon juice. Otherwise, it was a good recipe.


Joshua Rodriguez
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I've made this risotto several times now, and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and always turns out delicious. I love the combination of spinach and lemon, and the Parmesan cheese adds a nice rich flavor.


Likerboy Sumon
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This spinach and lemon risotto was a delightful dish! The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the texture was creamy and al dente. I especially enjoyed the bright pop of lemon that cut through the richness of the risotto. It was a perfect meal for a