Apple And Chestnut Risotto Recipe

Name: Apple And Chestnut Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4-5 cups vegetable broth; 3 tablespoons butter plus 1 tbs for finish; 1/3 cup green onion, sliced (3 green onions ); 1 cup arborio rice; 1/2 cup white wine; 3/4 cup peeled roasted chestnuts, chopped ( 100 g ); 1 apple, diced ( 1 1/2 cup ); 1 tablespoon lemon juice for apples; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil; 1/4 cup freshly grated Grana Padano cheese; 2 tablespoons fresh flat leaves parsley, chopped; sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

4-5 cups vegetable broth
3 tablespoons butter plus 1 tbs for finish
1/3 cup green onion, sliced (3 green onions )
1 cup arborio rice
1/2 cup white wine
3/4 cup peeled roasted chestnuts, chopped ( 100 g )
1 apple, diced ( 1 1/2 cup )
1 tablespoon lemon juice for apples
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup freshly grated Grana Padano cheese
2 tablespoons fresh flat leaves parsley, chopped
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Bring vegetable broth to boil, reduce heat cover and keep warm.
2
Dice apple ( Pink Lady or Gala ) and sprinkle with lemon juice, do not peel, keep on the side.
3
Chop the chestnut and keep on the side.
4
Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook about 1-2 minutes.
5
Add rice, stir until rice is translucent about 3 minutes.
6
Add 1/2 cup wine, once the wine has reduced, begin adding hot stock a ladle at a time and stir, allowing each addition to be absorbed before adding next.
7
The whole process should take about 20 minutes.
8
Last 4-5 minutes of cooking add diced apples and chopped chestnut, chopped thyme and basil.
9
Remove from stove and season with salt and freshly ground pepper, stir in butter, Parmesan cheese and parsley.
10
Serve.

304

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4-5 cups vegetable broth, 3 tablespoons butter plus 1 tbs for finish, 1/3 cup green onion, sliced (3 green onions ), 1 cup arborio rice, and more.

Yes, Apple And Chestnut Risotto falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Apple And Chestnut Risotto

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