Best 6 Cream Of Asparagus Risotto Recipes

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Indulge in the delicate flavors of spring with our exquisite Cream of Asparagus Risotto. Crafted with fresh asparagus, creamy Arborio rice, and a savory broth, this delectable dish is a symphony of flavors and textures. Experience the vegetal sweetness of asparagus, the nutty richness of Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, and the subtle tang of lemon zest, all harmoniously blended in a creamy risotto. Discover the art of preparing this culinary masterpiece with our step-by-step recipe, including variations for a vegan and gluten-free version. Embrace the versatility of asparagus with our additional recipes, featuring a refreshing Asparagus and Pea Salad, a zesty Asparagus and Avocado Toast, and a creamy Asparagus and Shrimp Pasta. Elevate your culinary repertoire and embark on a journey of flavors with our collection of asparagus-inspired dishes.

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CREAMY ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Provided by Food Network

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1 1/2 tablespoons butter, plus 1 tablespoon, melted
2 shallots, minced
1 3/4 cups Arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese
2 tablespoons Parmigiano-Reggiano
8 ounces asparagus, tips trimmed and separated, stems cut into 1-inch sections
Sea salt
Ice water, for chilling
1/4 cup creme fraiche
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Fresh melissa (lemon balm), for serving
Fresh hyssop, sage or mint, for serving
Bear's garlic, for serving

Steps:

  • Bring the stock to a simmer in a medium pot, and then set aside. Melt 1 1/2 tablespoons of the butter in a large saucepan and cook the shallots until soft, stirring with a wooden spoon. Add the rice and stir until translucent, about 4 minutes. Stir in the wine and simmer until reduced to almost dry. Ladle the stock into the rice slowly, stirring until it disappears each time. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the mascarpone and Parmigiano, stirring until well blended.
  • Prepare a bowl of ice water. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the asparagus tips and stems until al dente, and then dip in ice water for 2 to 3 seconds. Place the stems in a food processor and add the creme fraiche and lemon juice. Puree the mixture until thick and smooth. Saute the tips in the melted butter over medium-high heat until well coated, about 1 minute.
  • To serve, place a small amount of puree into a bowl, spoon some risotto over, and garnish with asparagus heads and fresh melissa, hyssop and garlic. Sprinkle sea salt on top to taste.

CREAM OF ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Make and share this Cream of Asparagus Risotto recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     White Rice

Time 1h

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 lbs asparagus
5 cups canned low sodium chicken broth (about)
1 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 large onion
2 cups arborio rice or 2 cups medium-grain white rice
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup whipping cream
1 sprig fresh rosemary (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Trim rough ends from asparagus; discard.
  • Cut off asparagus tips and reserve.
  • Cut stalks into 3/4 inch-long pieces.
  • Place 2/3 of stalk pieces, 1 cup broth and 1 cup water in blender, reserving the remaining 1/3 of stalk pieces.
  • Puree mixture until smooth.
  • Set aside.
  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add onion and saute until tender, about 8 minutes.
  • Add rice and stir 1 minute.
  • Add wine and cook until absorbed, stirring often, about 2 minutes.
  • Add 1/2 cup broth and chopped rosemary, simmer until liquid is absorbed, stirring often, about 4 minutes.
  • Continue to cook for 15 minutes, adding more broth by 1/2 cupfuls and allowing liquid to be absorbed before adding more, stirring often.
  • Add reserved asparagus stalk pieces and reserved asparagus tips and continue cooking until rice is just tender and mixture is creamy; adding broth as needed and stirring often, about 10 minutes longer.
  • Add reserved asparagus puree and stir until absorbed, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in 1/2 cup Parmesan and cream.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer risotto to bowl.
  • Garnish with rosemary sprigs, if desired.
  • Serve, passing remaining Parmesan separately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 33.3, Sodium 355.3, Carbohydrate 63.7, Fiber 4.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 18

FLOUNDER, RED PEPPER CREAM, AND ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
4 (8-ounce) flounder fillets
Salt and pepper
1 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch lengths
1 (5.5-ounce) box garden vegetable risotto mix (recommended: Buitoni)
1/2 cup jarred roasted red peppers
1/2 cup alfredo pasta sauce, store bought
Fresh basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Pour oil into a 13 by 9-inch baking dish. Arrange fish over oil, folding the ends under the middle to create little pockets. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper. Roast for 5 minutes. Add asparagus to dish and roast for 5 to 7 minutes longer. Remove from oven and keep fish warm. Remove asparagus and reserve.
  • Prepare risotto mix according to package directions, and add asparagus. Meanwhile, puree roasted peppers and alfredo sauce in a blender; transfer to a small saucepan and let simmer. Serve fish topped with sauce and accompanied by asparagus risotto. Garnish with fresh basil sprigs.

RISOTTO WITH ASPARAGUS



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     dinner, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound fresh asparagus
2 shallots, minced
1 red pepper, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups raw Italian arborio rice
1 to 1 1/2 quarts hot chicken stock
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • Trim the asparagus and steam until al dente. Cool and cut into three-quarter-inch pieces.
  • In a large heavy skillet or casserole, saute the shallots with the peppers in butter and oil until the shallots are translucent. Add the rice and cook, stirring, so that it is thoroughly coated. Add the asparagus, saute for a minute. Add a cupful of hot stock and cook, stirring continually, until the rice has absorbed the liquid.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste and half a cup of broth. Continue stirring so that the rice does not stick to the bottom of the pan, and add more broth, half a cup at a time, until the rice is cooked. It is done when it is al dente.
  • Stir in the cheese, correct seasoning, sprinkle with chives and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 439, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 68 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 926 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

ROASTED ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This recipe's wow factor makes it perfect for special occasions. To save time, the asparagus and prosciutto can be roasting while the rice cooks on the stovetop. They'll be ready to stir into the risotto by the time the rice is done. -Deonna Mazur, Buffalo, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 thin slices prosciutto
2 pounds fresh asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
5-1/2 to 6 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 shallot, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups uncooked arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Place asparagus in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking sheet. Bake, uncovered at 400° until crisp- tender, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes., Meanwhile, place prosciutto in another ungreased baking pan. Bake at 400° until crisp, 10-12 minutes. Crumble prosciutto; set aside prosciutto and asparagus., In a large saucepan, heat broth and keep warm. In a large skillet, saute shallot and garlic in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in the wine, pepper and salt. Cook and stir until all the liquid is absorbed., Add heated broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly. Allow the liquid to absorb between additions. Cook until risotto is creamy and rice is almost tender, 20 minutes., Add the asparagus, prosciutto and cheese; cook and stir until heated through. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 962mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

CREAMY ASPARAGUS RISOTTO



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This recipe has evolved from one that I saw on Hell's Kitchen. I searched high and low for the closest thing and eventually came up with this. Enjoy!

Provided by Chef RoboTron

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 lbs asparagus, trimmed tips cut off and reserved
1 teaspoon salt
8 cups chicken stock or 8 cups low sodium chicken broth
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 medium shallots, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 1/2 cups arborio rice (1 pound)
3/4 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (3 ounces)
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the asparagus tips in a medium saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the tips to a colander.
  • and rinse in cold water; drain well.
  • 2. Break the asparagus stalks in half. Add them to the boiling water and cook until very tender, about 10 minutes. Reserve 1/3 cup of the cooking water, then drain the stalks. Puree the stalks with the reserved cooking water in a food processor. Using a rubber spatula, work the puree through a coarse sieve; you should have about 2 cups.
  • 3. In a medium saucepan, bring the stock to a simmer. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large, heavy saucepan. Add the shallots and cook over low heat, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon, until softened but not browned, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until the shallots are lightly browned, about 2 minutes. Add the rice and stir over moderate heat to coat the grains with the oil. Pour in the wine and continue stirring until the wine is almost evaporated, about 2 minutes.
  • 4. Add 1 cup of the hot stock and stir constantly until almost absorbed. Continue adding the stock, 1 cup at a time, stirring constantly until it is absorbed before adding more. When the rice is almost tender, after about 15 minutes, add the asparagus puree. Continue to cook, stirring, until the rice is tender but still firm to the bite, about 4 minutes. Add the asparagus tips and stir for 1 minute to heat through.
  • 5. Remove the risotto from the heat and stir in the butter and Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper and let stand for 2 minutes, then spoon the risotto into shallow bowls and serve.
  • Serves 8.
  • This risotto gets its velvety texture from the asparagus puree that's stirred in before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.1, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 22, Sodium 848.1, Carbohydrate 85.6, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 6, Protein 20.1

  • Use high-quality asparagus. Fresh, green asparagus will yield the best flavor. Look for asparagus spears that are firm and have tight, closed tips.
  • Cook the asparagus properly. To ensure that the asparagus is tender but still has a bit of a bite, cook it for just a few minutes until it turns bright green. Overcooked asparagus will be mushy and lose its flavor.
  • Use a good quality risotto rice. Arborio rice is the traditional choice for risotto, as it absorbs the liquid well and creates a creamy texture. However, you can also use other short-grain rices, such as Carnaroli or Vialone Nano.
  • Toast the rice before adding the liquid. This step helps to develop the rice's flavor and prevent it from sticking together.
  • Add the liquid gradually. Don't dump all of the liquid into the rice at once. Instead, add it in small increments, stirring constantly. This will help the rice to absorb the liquid evenly and prevent it from becoming too soupy.
  • Stir the risotto constantly. This is essential for preventing the rice from sticking together and burning. Use a wooden spoon to stir the risotto gently but firmly.
  • Cook the risotto until it is al dente. The rice should be tender but still have a slight bite to it. Taste the risotto as it cooks to determine when it is done.
  • Finish the risotto with butter and cheese. This will add a rich, creamy flavor to the dish. Use a good quality butter and a flavorful cheese, such as Parmesan or Asiago.

Cream of asparagus risotto is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. With its creamy texture,鮮豔的綠色 and subtle asparagus flavor, this risotto is sure to impress your guests. Follow these tips to make the best cream of asparagus risotto:

  1. Use high-quality asparagus and cook it properly.
  2. Use a good quality risotto rice and toast it before adding the liquid.
  3. Add the liquid gradually and stir the risotto constantly.
  4. Cook the risotto until it is al dente.
  5. Finish the risotto with butter and cheese.

With a little practice, you'll be able to make this delicious dish like a pro!

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