Saffron Risotto with Broccoli

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   Bring Vegetable Stock to a simmer in medium saucepan.

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   Add broccoli, and cook 2 to 3 minutes, or until crisp-tender.

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   Remove florets from broth with slotted spoon, and set aside.

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   Stir 1/8 tsp.

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   saffron into hot broth, reduce heat to low or turn off, cover, and keep hot.

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   Meanwhile, heat oil in saucepan over medium heat.

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   Add leek, and saute 3 to 5 minutes, or until soft.

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   Stir in rice, and saute 3 to 5 minutes more, or until rice grains are opaque.

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   Stir in 1 cup stock, and reduce heat to medium-low.

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    Cook rice until most of liquid is absorbed, stirring regularly.

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    Continue adding stock 1/2 cup at a time, stirring and cooking until liquid is absorbed, about 10 minutes.

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    Stir in remaining 1/8 tsp.

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    saffron before last addition of stock.

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    Cook until most liquid is absorbed.

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    Remove from heat, and stir in broccoli.

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    Cover risotto, and let stand 2 to 3 minutes, or until broccoli is hot.

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    Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

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