Risotto With Asparagus And Shiitake Mushrooms Recipe
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Ingredients
1 pound asparagus, stems and tips separated, stems cut in thirds
4 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
1-2 teaspoons olive oil
1 small Spanish onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, sliced
1/4 pound fresh shiitake mushrooms trimmed, wiped clean, and thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups Arborio rice (do not substitute any other kind)
1/2 cup white wine
Salt and pepper
OPTIONAL INGREDIENT
Parmesan cheese, to taste
Directions
1. Place the asparagus stems in a large skillet with 1/2 cup of the stock. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook about 5 minutes, or until the asparagus is bright green and somewhat tender. Place in a food processor fitted with a steel blade and process until pureed. Set the puree aside.
2. Heat the same pan over medium-low heat and add oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Saute until onion is golden, about 10 minutes.
3. Follow steps 2 through 4 from preceding Basic Risotto recipe.
4. When you have added all the stock and the rice is still slightly firm but tender, add the reserved asparagus puree and stir well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. If desired, add Parmesan cheese.
2. Heat the same pan over medium-low heat and add oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Saute until onion is golden, about 10 minutes.
3. Follow steps 2 through 4 from preceding Basic Risotto recipe.
4. When you have added all the stock and the rice is still slightly firm but tender, add the reserved asparagus puree and stir well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
5. If desired, add Parmesan cheese.
