Everyday Vegetable Risotto


LAND O LAKES® Unsalted Butter lets the flavors of this
simple risotto shine through.


Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min


3 tablespoons LAND O LAKES® Unsalted Butter
1/2 cup uncooked Arborio (short grain) rice
1/4 cup sliced green onions
1 (14-ounce) can vegetable broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves*
1 cup frozen cut green beans**
2 medium (1/2 cup) Roma tomatoes, chopped
Grated parmesan cheese, if desired


Melt 2 tablespoons butter in 10-inch skillet until sizzling;
add rice and green onions. Cook over medium heat, stirring
occasionally, until onion is softened (2 to 3 minutes). Add
vegetable broth and basil. Continue cooking until mixture
comes to a boil (2 to 3 minutes). Reduce heat to low. Cover;
cook 15 minutes.


Stir in green beans. Cover; continue cooking, stirring
occasionally, until rice is tender and all liquid is absorbed
(10 minutes).


Stir in tomatoes and remaining butter; continue cooking until
heated through (1 minute). Sprinkle with cheese, if desired.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.


*Substitute 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil leaves.


**Substitute 4 ounces (1 cup) fresh green beans, cut into
1-inch pieces.


TIP: Arborio rice is used because of its higher starch level
that gives this recipe its creamy texture.


Makes 4 (3/4-cup) servings


Nutritional Infor Per 1 serving: Calories 210, Fat 9 g,
Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 430 mg, Carbohydrates 28 g,
Dietary Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g







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