Lemon Parmesan Risotto with Peas
Paired with our April wine club releases.
2021 Malvasia Bianca and 2019 Reserve Calistoga Cabernet Sauvignon
Sunday Supper with Sterling
Get ready to welcome Spring with this irresistible Lemon Parmesan Risotto with Peas recipe. The creamy risotto combined with the tangy flavor of lemon will take your taste buds to a whole new level of deliciousness. To top it off, this dish pairs perfectly with our new April wine club releases. Whether you choose our 2021 Malvasia Bianca or 2019 Reserve Calistoga Cabernet Sauvignon, you're in for an unforgettable culinary experience.
Yield | 5 Servings | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cook Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 5 ½ cups low sodium chicken stock
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 shallot or small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups arborio rice
- Zest of lemon
- ½ cup fresh Parmesan cheese, grated
- Juice of a lemon
- ½ cup frozen peas
- Salt & Pepper
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the chicken stock until it begins steaming. Keep on low heat.
- Add butter, olive oil, and onion in a large skillet. Sauté for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and golden. Add in the garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
- Add the rice and lemon zest to the mixture, stirring until the rice is translucent.
- Add the hot stock ½ cup at a time, stirring continuously, until the stock is almost absorbed, and the rice is creamy and tender.
- Stir in the parmesan, lemon juice, and peas. Let the peas cook until warm, about 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish and serve immediately with your favorite Sterling Vineyards wine!
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