SLOW-COOKER LEMON SCENTED RISOTTO

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Progresso® chicken broth provides a simple addition to this slow cooked risotto - a tasty Italian side dish.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter
2 shallots, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cups uncooked short-grain Arborio rice
1 cup white wine
5 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from two 32-oz cartons)
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Additional fresh thyme, lemon peel, and ground pepper, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until shallots are tender. Add rice; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until edges of kernels are translucent. Stir in wine. Cook about 3 minutes longer, stirring constantly, until wine is absorbed. Pour rice mixture into slow cooker.
  • In 8-cup microwavable measuring cup, microwave broth on High 2 minutes or until very hot. Pour into slow cooker. Stir in 1 teaspoon thyme, the salt and pepper.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 2 hours. Stir in cheese, remaining 2 tablespoons butter, the lemon peel and lemon juice. Garnish with additional thyme, lemon peel and ground pepper. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 690 mg

ko heinzaw
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks amazing!


Elmer Luna
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I added some sautéed mushrooms to the risotto and it was delicious.


c0zy__
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook.


Kymarie Johns
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I made this for a dinner party and everyone loved it. It's definitely a crowd-pleaser.


Nikesh Das
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This risotto is so flavorful and creamy. I highly recommend it.


Muhammad ateeb Muhammad latif
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I love this recipe! I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Martha Kainembabazi
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I followed the recipe exactly and the risotto turned out perfectly. It was the perfect side dish for my roasted chicken.


Darlene Buyck
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This was my first time making risotto and it was a success! Thanks for the great recipe.


Nokubonga Ndebele
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I'm not a huge fan of risotto, but this recipe changed my mind. It was delicious!


Mohammad Riaz
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This recipe is a keeper! The lemon and thyme give the risotto a wonderful flavor.


Ranks deus
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5/5 stars! This risotto was so easy to make and it turned out perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ismael Rios
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My family loved this dish! I added some grilled shrimp and it was perfect.


Hillary Jacobs
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This was an amazing recipe! It was simple to make and the end result was a flavorful and creamy risotto.