Risotto Cakes with Mixed Greens

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   Cook's Note: Click here to get the recipe for Fontina Risotto with Chicken.

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   Stir the chives into the chilled risotto.

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   Form into 8 patties, using about 1/4 cup risotto for each.

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   Press a hole in the center of each patty and stuff with a cube of fontina; pat risotto around each hole to cover.

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   Place the breadcrumbs in a shallow bowl.

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   Lightly dredge each risotto cake in the crumbs, turning to coat evenly.

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   Place on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

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   Heat about 1/4 inch of oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

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   Fry the cakes, 2 or 3 at a time, until evenly browned, about 1 1/2 minutes per side.

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    Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain; season with salt and pepper.

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    Combine the greens and fennel in a bowl; drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper and toss.

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    Divide the risotto cakes and salad among 4 plates.

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    Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.