SWEET CORN & SAFFRON RISOTTO

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The saffron adds a sunny yellow color to this creamy corn risotto. However, if you don't have any on hand, it can be omitted. The risotto is delicious either way.-Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 medium ears sweet corn
1/2 cup butter, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4-1/4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
1/2 teaspoon saffron threads or 2 teaspoons ground turmeric
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 cup uncooked arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
10 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cut corn from cobs. In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons butter over medium heat; add corn, salt, pepper and 1/4 cup broth. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until corn is tender. Remove from skillet and set aside; keep warm., In a large saucepan, heat saffron and remaining broth; keep warm., In the same skillet, saute onion in oil and 3 tablespoons butter until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add rice; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in wine. Cook and stir until all of the liquid is absorbed., Add warm broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly and allowing liquid to absorb between additions. Cook just until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender (cooking time is about 20 minutes)., Stir in the cream, reserved corn mixture and remaining butter; cook and stir until heated through. Sprinkle with basil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438 calories, Fat 24g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 746mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Hilda Aryee
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I'm not a big fan of risotto, but I really enjoyed this recipe. It was very flavorful and creamy.


binita khanal
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This risotto was a bit too labor-intensive for me, but it was worth the effort. It turned out amazing!


abdul hamid
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I love the combination of sweet corn and saffron in this risotto. It's a really unique and delicious dish.


Byron nataniel Mathews
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This is the best risotto recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and creamy.


Sarfan Khan
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I didn't have any white wine, so I used chicken broth instead. It turned out great!


Asiphe Nwelana
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This risotto was a bit too creamy for my taste, but it was still very good.


yesurendra dahal
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I wasn't sure about the saffron, but I'm glad I tried it. It added a really nice flavor to the risotto.


Irma Aguirre
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I added some shrimp to this recipe and it was amazing! The shrimp added a nice protein boost.


azam saith
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This recipe was easy to follow and the risotto turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.


Kailyn Sorg
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I followed the recipe exactly and my risotto turned out perfect. I highly recommend this recipe!


Pronoy Das
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I had some trouble finding saffron, but it was worth the effort. This risotto was delicious!


Umair Ali
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This risotto was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


Reatile Molokwane
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I'm not a huge fan of saffron, but I loved this recipe. The corn and saffron flavors were perfectly balanced.


Najjuma Jami
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This is my new favorite risotto recipe! It's so creamy and flavorful.


Ajoy Sorkar
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the sweet corn and saffron flavors.


Pranta gaming
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This recipe was amazing! The saffron added a beautiful color and flavor to the risotto. I will definitely be making this again.