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Meyer Lemon and Asparagus Risotto Recipe

Meyer Lemon and Asparagus Risotto Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

1 1/2 cup arborio rice
2 cup asparagus, washed, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tbsp butter
6 cup chicken or vegetable stock
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tbsp flat leaf parsley
2 tbsp mascarpone cheese (optional)
2 tbsp meyer lemon juice
1 whole meyer lemon , zested
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup parmesan cheese , grated or shredded
salt and freshly ground pepper , to taste
1/2 cup shallots, minced

Directions:

Preparation Instructions
Fill a large skillet or a small saucepan with water and bring to a boil. Add the asparagus pieces and cook for 2 minutes. While the asparagus cooks, prepare an ice bath (a large bowl of cold water and ice). Remove the cooked asparagus to the ice bath to quickly stop the cooking. Set aside.
In a medium pot, bring the chicken or vegetable stock to a simmer. Keep hot, but do not allow it to boil.
In a large saucepan, heat the butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add the shallots. Cook for 1 minute.
Add the rice and lemon zest. Cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes.
Add the wine and stir until absorbed.
Begin adding the hot stock in small increments, waiting for each addition of stock to be almost completely absorbed before adding more. This process should take about 20 to 25 minutes.
(Contrary to popular belief, you do not have to stir risotto constantly. You just need to stir it after each addition of stock and then occasionally between additions. Dont go too far away, but dont be afraid to leave the stove.)
The risotto is ready when all of the broth has been absorbed and the rice is tender but still has some bite to it.
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, parsley, and mascarpone cheese (if using).
Drain the asparagus and stir it into the risotto.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese.
Serve immediately, garnished with lemon zest or extra cheese, if desired.
Serves 3 to 4 as an entree, or 6 to 8 as a side dish.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	4972.39 Kcal (20818 kJ)
Calories from fat	2375.06 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	263.9g	406%
Cholesterol	1368.35mg	456%
Sodium	1535.48mg	64%
Potassium	3630.51mg	77%
Total Carbs	283.06g	94%
Sugars	17.15g	69%
Dietary Fiber	13.42g	54%
Protein	300.96g	602%
Vitamin C	105mg	175%
Vitamin A	0.5mg	18%
Iron	20.8mg	116%
Calcium	614.5mg	61%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	191.53 Kcal (802 kJ)
Calories from fat	91.48 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	10.16g	406%
Cholesterol	52.71mg	456%
Sodium	59.14mg	64%
Potassium	139.84mg	77%
Total Carbs	10.9g	94%
Sugars	0.66g	69%
Dietary Fiber	0.52g	54%
Protein	11.59g	602%
Vitamin C	4mg	175%
Iron	0.8mg	116%
Calcium	23.7mg	61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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