Lemon Risotto with Peas & Asparagus

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This creamy Lemon Risotto with Peas and Asparagus is a restaurant-quality dish that you can make it home!

Packed with Flavor!

Creamy rice simmered with colorful vegetables, white wine, chicken broth, salty parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs.

Perfect For Spring!

A celebration of spring vegetables, this dish is perfect for special occasions like Easter.

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What you'll need:

Olive oil Garlic  Leeks Asparagus Peas Arborio rice White wine Chicken stock Lemon Parmesan cheese Parsley

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Step-by-step instructions

Follow my easy instructions for success! 

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Step 1: Heat the chicken stock in a saucepan with water and vegetable trimmings. 

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Step 2: Sauté leeks and garlic in olive oil in a medium sauté pan until softened. 

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Step 3: Add the rice and stir to coat the grains. Cook 1-2 minutes. Then add the wine. Let it reduce. 

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Step 4: Add the warm stock, a few ladles at a time, stirring the rice often. Continue until rice is cooked. 

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Step 5: Stir in the lemon juice and zest, asparagus, peas, parmesan cheese, and butter.

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Step 6: Garnish risotto with fresh parsley and lemon zest. Serve immediately. 

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