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Beet Risotto

Written by Brianna Tam Comment on Beet Risotto
Beef Risotto

Overview

Cals/serving
Servings
271
4
Prep time
Cook time
Total time
10 mins
25 mins
35 mins

The classic risotto has a new dimension. This time, it’s healthier and it’s red. Yes, it’s made with beets. Super creamy, super healthy, and super easy to make. Everyone can make with just 30 minutes of your time, you will enjoy the creamiest risotto you will ever want to try. The magic happens when you pour that chicken broth in the saucy rice and bum! Magic happens, the creamiest sauce develops. You can make it with beet, with carrots, or just plain as the classic recipe.

Ingredients

Beet Risotto

  • 3 beets, scrubbed, ends removed
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp. light butter
  • ¼ cup minced shallots or onions
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 cup uncooked arborio rice
  • ¼ cup (1/2 ounce) grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ tsp. sea salt
  • Fresh ground black pepper

Directions

Beet Risotto

  1. Peel the beets and grate them finely.
  2. In a 2 to 3 quart saucepan, heat the broth until it is barely simmering. Do not boil.
  3. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the shallots and garlic and cook for a few minutes, until shallots are tender, stirring frequently.
  4. Add the rice and cook and stir for 1 minute.
    Add Rice to Pan
  5. Keep rice at a simmer and add ½ cup broth. Stir vigorously and constantly until liquid is absorbed.
  6. Add another ½ cup broth and stir vigorously for a minute then stir very frequently until broth is absorbed.
  7. Repeat adding ½ cup broth and stirring very frequently until rice is just tender. The rice should be creamy but not mushy.
  8. Stir in beets and heat until warm.
    Add Beets to Pan
  9. Turn off the heat and add Parmesan cheese, sea salt, and pepper.
    Add Parmesan Cheese, Salt, and Pepper
  10. If risotto is too thick, add a little broth or water. Serve immediately.
    Beef Risotto Served

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