Spinach Pine Nut Risotto

By Sparrow2222

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 cup minced onions
• 1 cup arborio rice
• 1 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups of chicken broth
• 10 oz bag of spinach
• 4 oz good quality parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup pinenuts
• S&P

Details

Servings 2
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 50mins

Preparation

Step 1

Sweat the onions in oil over a med high heat stirring frequently until they are a uniform golden brown, about 20 minutes. Meanwhile bring the chicken broth to a simmer in a separate pot.

Once the onions are brown, add the garlic and stir briefly, about 1 minute. Adjust heat to medium. Add the rice and continue stirring, toasting them until they feel chalky, about 3 minutes.

Turn the heat to medium low and add the white wine. Stir briskly until it is fully absorbed, about 5 minutes. Add one third of the chicken broth and continue stirring frequently until it is absorbed, about 5 minutes. Repeat with the remaining broth, stirring frequently.

When the last broth has been added microwave or steam the spinach until it is wilted, about 2 minutes. Puree until smooth with a hand-blender.

Test the rice for doneness. A single kernel should feel firm but done, slightly chewy. When done, add the spinach puree, pine nutes, cheese and season to taste. Serve immediately.