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Lemon and Sage Risotto


  • Author: The Sweet Cucina
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup arborio rice
  • 4 cups chicken broth or chicken stock, warmed
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
  • 12 tsp fresh lemon zest
  • 35 sage leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat the chicken or vegetable broth over medium heat. It doesn’t need to boil, just warmed.
  2. In another medium-large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the garlic and saute for 1 – 2 minutes.
  4. Then add the rice, stirring until well coated. Let cook for 1 – 2 minutes not letting the rice burn.
  5. Start adding the broth, one cup at a time, stirring constantly until all the liquid is absorbed before adding the next cup.
  6. When you add the last cup of broth, add in the lemon zest and sage. Continue stirring until everything is incorporated and the last of the broth is absorbed.
  7. When the last cup of broth is absorbed, remove from heat and add the Parmesan cheese.
  8. Stir and serve immediately.
  9. Enjoy!
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
  • Cuisine: Italian