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Parmesan Risotto

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings: 5 Servings

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat, then add the olive oil, butter, and shallots. Cook until the shallots are translucent.
    2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 2 shallots
  • Stir in the garlic, lemon zest, salt and pepper, and cook just until the garlic becomes fragrant, about 30 seconds.
    3 garlic cloves, 1 ½ tablespoons lemon zest, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Pour the rice into the pan, and stir to coat. Then, add the white wine, and cook over low-medium heat until the rice soaks up all of the wine.
    2 cups arborio rice, 1 cup dry white wine
  • Add 1 cup of chicken broth, and stir constantly for about 5 minutes or until the rice fully soaks up all 6 cups of broth.
  • Repeat the process by adding 1 cup of chicken broth at a time until all the broth has been used and the rice is fully cooked through.
  • Finally, stir in the parmesan cheese until fully melted then serve with freshly minced parsley for garnish and lemon slices if desired.
    1 cup parmesan cheese
  • See post for storage recommendations.

Notes

*The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 cup of risotto. Actual calories will vary.
 
*For more information, tips, and answers to frequently asked questions, please refer to the post.
 
*Photos courtesy of Karla Rae photography.
Nutrition Facts
Parmesan Risotto
Serving Size
 
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
336
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
18
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
44
%
Trans Fat
 
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
7
g
Cholesterol
 
29
mg
10
%
Sodium
 
674
mg
29
%
Potassium
 
366
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
 
30
g
10
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
14
g
28
%
Vitamin A
 
316
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
 
4
mg
5
%
Calcium
 
204
mg
20
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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