Celery Root Risotto and Pesto |
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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes |
Ready In: 45 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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A mini-processor comes in handy for making the pesto. Ingredients:
2 medium celery roots (celeriac) with leafy tops |
1/4 cup olive oil |
3 tablespoons butter |
1 1/2 cups chopped leek (white and pale green parts only) |
3/4 cup arborio or medium-grain white rice |
3 cups (about) low-salt chicken broth |
1 cup grated parmesan cheese, divided |
Directions:
1. Place 1 1/2 cups (packed) celery root leaves and oil in mini-processor. Blend until leaves are minced. Season pesto to taste with salt and pepper.
2. Peel celery roots. Cut into 1/3-inch-thick slices. Cut slices into enough 1/3-inch cubes to measure 2 cups. Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in celery root cubes and leek. Cover; cook until celery root is tender but not brown, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Mix in rice; stir 1 minute. Add broth; increase heat and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until rice is tender and risotto is creamy, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Mix in 3/4 cup cheese. Season risotto to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Divide risotto between bowls; swirl some pesto on top. Serve with remaining cheese and pesto.
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