Healthier Risotto

1. 1

   Combine water and vegetable stock.

2. 2

   Heat to boiling and then reduce to a simmer.

3. 3

   Melt butter in a large frying pan over Medium heat.

4. 4

   Add chopped onion and peas and stir until both soften, about 2-3 minutes.

5. 5

   Add rice to the pan.

6. 6

   Stir vigorously to coat rice in remaining butter, about 2-3 minutes.

7. 7

   Add white wine and stir until the rice absorbs all the wine.

8. 8

   Increase stovetop heat to Medium-High.

9. 9

   Add 1 cup of the simmering water/vegetable stock mix and stir until the stock has been absorbed.

10. 10

    Keep repeating this process, one cup at a time, until the rice has enlarged and absorbed all 5 cups of stock.

11. 11

    Add half and half and parmesan cheese and stir until the rice mix reaches a creamy consistency.

12. 12

    Add salt, pepper, and parsley to taste, and serve hot.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.