Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Risotto with Broccoli

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time:25 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 6 sun-dried tomatoes sliced into strips
  • 2 spring onions sliced
  • 350 g broccoli florets
  • 500 ml chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 300 g Arborio rice
  • 150 ml dry white wine
  • 100 ml heavy cream
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves chopped
  • 100 g shaved aged cheese such as Parmesan or Pecorino

Instructions

  • In a pot, bring the chicken or vegetable broth to a boil.
  • Add the broccoli florets and cook for 6 minutes.
  • Remove the broccoli with a slotted spoon and set aside, reserving the broth.
  • In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, and cook until softened.
  • Stir in the Arborio rice and cook for about 3 minutes until lightly toasted, stirring constantly.
  • Add the sliced sun-dried tomatoes and about 1/2 cup of the hot broth to the rice.
  • Stir continuously until the liquid is absorbed.
  • Continue adding the broth, about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring frequently until the rice is cooked and creamy.
  • This should take about 18-20 minutes.
  • Once the rice is cooked, stir in the dry white wine and cook for another 2 minutes until absorbed.
  • Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Add the cooked broccoli, sliced spring onions, and chopped basil leaves to the risotto, stirring gently to combine.
  • Serve the risotto hot, garnished with shaved aged cheese on top.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine advice:

This Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Risotto with Broccoli pairs well with a light and fruity Pinot Grigio or a Sauvignon Blanc.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 400 kcal | Carbohydrates: 55 g | Protein: 10 g | Fat: 15 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 3 g
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