Dr. Nandi’s Risotto

Dr. Nandi's Risotto

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Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 cups uncooked Arborio rice
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 2 1/2 cups fat-free less-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 12- oz of frozen pureed butternut squash
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 6 Tbsp grated fresh Parmesan cheese
  • Grated fresh Parmesan cheese
  • Thyme sprigs

Instructions
 

  • Combine rice and oil in a 1 1/2-quart microwave-safe dish, stirring to coat.
  • Microwave, uncovered, at HIGH 3 minutes.
  • Add broth and 1 cup water to rice mixture; microwave, uncovered, at HIGH 9 minutes.
  • Stir well; microwave, uncovered, at HIGH 6 minutes.
  • Remove from microwave; let stand 5 minutes or until all liquid is absorbed.
  • While risotto stands, heat squash in microwave at HIGH 2 minutes or until warm.
  • Add squash, salt, pepper, and cheese to risotto.
  • Stir well to combine. Garnish with additional cheese and thyme sprigs
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