Risotto With Prosciutto And Fava Beans Recipe

Name: Risotto With Prosciutto And Fava Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds fava beans, peeled; 3 shallots, minced; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 2 cups raw Italian arborio rice; 1/4 pound prosciutto, diced; 1 to 1 1/2 quarts hot chicken broth; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Servings: persons

2 pounds fava beans, peeled
3 shallots, minced
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups raw Italian arborio rice
1/4 pound prosciutto, diced
1 to 1 1/2 quarts hot chicken broth
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

1
Lightly steam the fava beans until they are almost but not quite cooked.
2
Set aside.
3
Using a large heavy casserole or skillet, cook the shallots in butter and oil until they are translucent.
4
Add the rice and saute until the grains are thoroughly coated.
5
Add the beans and prosciutto and saute for a minute.
6
Add a cupful of hot stock and cook, stirring continually until the rice has absorbed the liquid.
7
Add salt and pepper to taste and another half cup of broth.
8
Continue stirring, so that the rice does not stick to the bottom of the pan and add more broth, half a cup at a time until the rice is cooked.
9
It is done when it is al dente.
10
Stir in the cheese, correct seasoning, sprinkle with parsley and serve.

825

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds fava beans, peeled, 3 shallots, minced, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Risotto With Prosciutto And Fava Beans 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 Prosciutto And Fava Beans

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