Basil & Tomato Risotto

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 c. uncooked rice
  • 1/2 c. dry white wine
  • 3 c. chicken broth
  • 2 c. water
  • 2 tomatoes seeded & chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. fresh basil, minced
  • 1/3 c. grated Parmesan
  • 1/4 tsp. ground pepper
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream

Instructions

  1. Cook onion and garlic in butter in large skillet over medium high heat until soft.
  2. Add rice and stir three (3) minutes.
  3. Add wine, stir until absorbed.
  4. Stir in one (1) cup of broth; cook uncovered stirring constantly until broth is absorbed.
  5. Continue stirring adding broth and water one (1) cup at a time.
  6. Each cup should absorb before adding another, until rice is tender and has creamy consistency (25 minutes).
  7. Stir in tomatoes, basil, cheese, pepper and cream.
  8. Stir until creamy (1 to 2 minutes).
  9. Serve immediately.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

797 kcal 40% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 25.2g 50% DV
Total Fat 45.2g 58% DV
Carbs 78.4g 29% DV
Fiber 17.4g 62% DV
Sugar 5.2g 10% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 876.8mg 38% DV
Potassium 1328.8mg 28% DV
Cholesterol 108.8mg 36% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 152.3mcg 17% DV
Vitamin C 7.7mg 9% DV
Vitamin D 0.5mcg 2% DV
Calcium 914.8mg 70% DV
Iron 28.1mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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