Risotto With Garlicky Swiss Chard And Fontina

Name: Risotto With Garlicky Swiss Chard And Fontina
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: salt; pepper; 3 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth; 3 cups water; 1 bunch swiss chard stems removed and chopped fine, leaves roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cloves garlic minced; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 onion chopped fine; 2 cups arborio rice; 1 cup dry white wine; 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan; 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh-squeezed; 4 ounces Fontina cheese cut into small 1/4-inch cubes

Servings: persons

salt
pepper
3 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth
3 cups water
1 bunch swiss chard stems removed and chopped fine, leaves roughly chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic minced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 onion chopped fine
2 cups arborio rice
1 cup dry white wine
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh-squeezed
4 ounces Fontina cheese cut into small 1/4-inch cubes

1
In a large saucepan, bring the broth and water to a boil. Cover and set aside.
2
Heat olive oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat until oil shimmers, add chard stems and a pinch of salt. Saute, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes. Add chard leaves and cook until wilted down, about 5 minutes more. Add the minced garlic about a minute before the chard is done, stirring constantly until fragrant. Remove from heat, cover and set aside while preparing the risotto.
3
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and a couple pinches of salt. Cook onion, stirring often, until soft and translucent, about 7-10 minutes. Add the rice, cook, stirring often until the edges of the rice start to become translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the wine, cook and stir until completely evaporated. Add half the broth/water mixture, cook stirring often (about every 3 minutes) until completely evaporated. Continue ladling in the liquid about 1/2 cup at a time, stirring until evaporated, and repeating this process, until the rice is tender and creamy. Then add in the Parmesan and lemon juice, stir well. Season to taste with salt & pepper.
4
Gently fold in the Swiss chard and Fontina. Serve immediately

1048

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: salt, pepper, 3 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth, 3 cups water, and more.

Yes, Risotto With Garlicky Swiss Chard And Fontina falls under the Vegetarian 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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