Broccoli Cheddar Risotto Recipe

Name: Broccoli Cheddar Risotto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 head Broccoli, Cut Into Bite Sized Pieces (1 Head Should Yield About 3 Cups ); 2 Tablespoons Butter; 1/2 whole Medium Onion, Finely Chopped; 2 stalks Celery Finely Chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 cup Arborio Or Risotto Rice; 1 cup White Wine (or Skip It And Use More Chicken Stock - No Worries!); 6 cups Stock (vegetable Or Chicken) Or Stock Mixed With Water - Your Call!; 1/4 cups Almonds, Toasted And Roughly Chopped; 4 ounces, weight Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese; Salt And Pepper; Olive Oil, For Drizzling

Servings: persons

1 head Broccoli, Cut Into Bite Sized Pieces (1 Head Should Yield About 3 Cups )
2 Tablespoons Butter
1/2 whole Medium Onion, Finely Chopped
2 stalks Celery Finely Chopped
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 cup Arborio Or Risotto Rice
1 cup White Wine (or Skip It And Use More Chicken Stock - No Worries!)
6 cups Stock (vegetable Or Chicken) Or Stock Mixed With Water - Your Call!
1/4 cups Almonds, Toasted And Roughly Chopped
4 ounces, weight Grated Sharp Cheddar Cheese
Salt And Pepper
Olive Oil, For Drizzling

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Note: This is a two-pan method to save time.
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You can use one pan and cook the broccoli first, drain, then use the same pan for the risotto.
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That will take about 10 more minutes.
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Your call!
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Heat a large pot with 4 inches of water and 1 tablespoon of salt and bring it to a boil.
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Add the broccoli and cook for 90 seconds, then drain off the water.
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Set the broccoli aside.
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Meanwhile, heat a separate large pan to medium heat with 1 tablespoon of the butter.
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Add the onion and celery to the butter and stir to cook for 2 minutes with a sprinkle of salt.
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Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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Add the rice and cook for 2 minutes more, stirring to let the rice become coated in the butter.
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Pour in the wine and let it bubble and reduce.
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If the wine doesnt immediately bubble, turn up the heat slightly.
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When the wine has reduced, add the stock/water one cup at a time, stirring often, until it is completely dissolved.
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Keep adding the stock 1 cup at a time for 25-35 minutes until the rice is cooked through.
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Taste it to be sure!
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Add more salt and pepper as you cook the risotto.
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Remember that youll be adding cheese with lots of salt too.
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When the rice is cooked through, stir in the remaining butter and MOST of the almonds, broccoli and cheese.
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Save a little of each for topping!
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Stir the risotto together and taste one more time for seasoning.
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Serve topped with almonds, broccoli, cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.
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WAY better than Panera.

487

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 head Broccoli, Cut Into Bite Sized Pieces (1 Head Should Yield About 3 Cups ), 2 Tablespoons Butter, 1/2 whole Medium Onion, Finely Chopped, 2 stalks Celery Finely Chopped, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Cheddar Risotto falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Broccoli Cheddar Risotto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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