Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Basil, Leek & Goat Cheese Risotto, a flavorful Italian-inspired dish that combines the earthy sweetness of leeks with the tangy richness of goat cheese, all enveloped in Arborio rice for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 4 cups vegetable broth, warmed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ounces goat cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- lemon zest (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter: in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the garlic: and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add the Arborio rice: and cook, stirring constantly, for 1–2 minutes until lightly toasted.
- Pour in the white wine: and stir until fully absorbed.
- Begin adding the warm vegetable broth: one ladle at a time, stirring frequently and allowing each addition to absorb before adding the next.
- Continue this process for 20–25 minutes: or until the rice is tender and creamy.
- Stir in the remaining tablespoon of butter, goat cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in the chopped basil: and remove from heat. Let sit for 2 minutes before serving. Garnish with lemon zest if desired.
Notes
- For best results, keep the broth warm throughout the cooking process to maintain an even temperature.
- Add sautéed mushrooms, peas, or asparagus for variation.
- Use a splash of lemon juice for brightness if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
