Everyday Vegetable Risotto
Land O Lakes® Unsalted Butter lets the flavors of this simple risotto shine through.
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Ingredients
3 tablespoons Land O Lakes® Unsalted Butter
1
2 cup uncooked Arborio (short grain) rice1
4 cup sliced green onions1 (14-ounce) can vegetable broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
2 medium (1
2 cup) Roma tomatoes, choppedGrated Parmesan cheese, if desired
*Substitute Land O Lakes® Salted Butter. **Substitute 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves. ***Substitute 4 ounces (1 cup) fresh green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces.
How to make
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STEP 1
Melt 2 tablespoons butter in 10-inch skillet until sizzling; add rice and green onions. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, 2-3 minutes or until onion is softened. Add vegetable broth and basil. Continue cooking 2-3 minutes or until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Cover; cook 15 minutes.
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STEP 2
Stir in green beans. Cover; continue cooking, stirring occasionally, 10 minutes or until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed.
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STEP 3
Stir in tomatoes and remaining butter; continue cooking 1 minute or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese, if desired. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Tip #1
Arborio rice is used because of its higher starch level that gives this recipe its creamy texture.
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