Lemon Risotto with Peas and Mint
Serving Size - 6
Prepared By - DnD
Recipe Rating
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6 cups light chicken stock
7 mint springs
2 tbsp olive oil
6 tbsp unsalted butter
3 large shallots, finely chopped
1 1/2 cup arborio
1 large lemon, juice and rind
6 oz peas
1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
salt and pepper

Bring stock to a boil, then add striped mint leaves, gently bruised to stock, reduce heat to keep warm. Heat the oil and half the butter in a large pan over medium heat, add shallots and cook until softened. Add rice and cook until well coated, about 2 min. Add a 1/2 cup of stock to rice and cook stiring consitantly until most of the stock is absorbed. Continue adding 1/2 cup of stock at a time until rice is firm to the bite and creamy consistency. Stir in the lemon juice and rind and peas, cook for 1-2 min. Remove from heat and add remaining butter, parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper. Serve