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The Spruce / Julia Estrada
Nutritional Guidelines (per serving) | |
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431 | Calories |
13g | Fat |
64g | Carbs |
14g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings: 4 to 6 | |
Amount per serving | |
Calories | 431 |
% Daily Value* | |
Total Fat 13g | 17% |
Saturated Fat 6g | 28% |
Cholesterol 22mg | 7% |
Sodium 987mg | 43% |
Total Carbohydrate 64g | 23% |
Dietary Fiber 2g | 8% |
Protein 14g | |
Calcium 228mg | 18% |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. |
Baked risotto is a super easy way to make this delectable main dish recipe. You'll need an ovenproof saucepan for this easy Italian risotto. When you stir it, be sure to stir from the bottom because the rice has a tendency to sink and stick. And be sure to use an oven mitt when you grab onto the hot handle! We speak from hard experience.
There are many things that you can add to the risotto. For instance, it's delicious with chopped ham and thawed frozen baby peas. You could also add some cooked chopped chicken or salmon, or tender shrimp. Other veggies that would be good include asparagus and green beans.
All you need to serve with this recipe is a green salad drizzled with a creamy vinaigrette and some toasted garlic bread. A glass of white wine completes the meal.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups arborio or long-grain white rice
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
Steps to Make It
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Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
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In a heavy oven-proof saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; sauté and stir for 4 to 5 minutes until translucent.
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Add the rice; cook and stir for 4 to 5 minutes longer.
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Add the broth, basil, salt, and pepper and bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
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Cover the pan with foil, then add the lid. Place in the oven.
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Bake for 20 minutes, then carefully remove from the oven, remove the lid and foil, and stir thoroughly.
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Return the foil and lid and place back in ​the oven.
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Bake 5 minutes longer. Test the rice to see if it's done; it should have a slight firmness in the center. If the rice isn't done, cover and return to the oven and bake 5 to 10 minutes longer.
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When the rice is done, stir in the cheese and butter. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
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