Risotto With Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, And Basil Recipe

Name: Risotto With Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, And Basil
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 4 1/2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided; 2 cups chopped leeks; 1 1/2 cups arborio rice or 1 1/2 cups other medium grain rice; 1/3 cup dry white wine; 1/4 cup half-and-half; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 cup halved grape tomatoes; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 5 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, finely diced

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
4 1/2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 cups chopped leeks
1 1/2 cups arborio rice or 1 1/2 cups other medium grain rice
1/3 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
5 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, finely diced

1
Place vinegar in a small, heavy saucepan; bring to a boil over medium heat.
2
Cook until slightly syrupy and reduced to 1 tablespoon (about 4 minutes). Set aside.
3
Bring broth to a simmer in a medium saucepan (do not boil). Keep warm.
4
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
5
Add leek to pan; saute 3 minutes or until tender.
6
Add rice; cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
7
Stir in wine, and cook 1 minute or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly.
8
Stir in 1 cup broth; cook 5 minutes or until liquid is nearly absorbed, stirring constantly.
9
Reduce heat to medium.
10
Add remaining broth, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring constantly until each portion of broth is absorbed before adding the next (about 25 minutes total).
11
Stir in half-and-half, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes.
12
Remove from heat; stir in tomatoes, basil, and cheese.
13
Place about 1 cup risotto into each of 6 shallow serving bowls; drizzle each serving with 1/2 teaspoon balsamic syrup and 1/2 teaspoon oil.

877

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

100

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, 4 1/2 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided, 2 cups chopped leeks, and more.

Yes, Risotto With Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, And Basil 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.

Risotto With Fresh Mozzarella, Grape Tomatoes, And Basil

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