“beat the Blues” Blue Cheese Risotto

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 4
Comforting and creamy Blue Cheese Risotto recipe
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Prep

15 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hour

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 ounces butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounces leeks , trimmed
2 garlic cloves , crushed
6 ounces smoked bacon or 6 ounces pancetta , fat removed and diced
12 ounces arborio rice
100 ml dry white wine
1 1/2 liters chicken stock or 1 1/2 liters vegetable stock
2 teaspoons fresh sage , chopped
1 lemon , juice and zest of
6 ounces blue cheese ( see instructions )
4 tablespoons parmesan cheese , freshly grated
fresh ground black pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
483
Sugar
4g
Fat
26g
Beat the Blues with this comforting and creamy Blue Cheese Risotto recipe. This dish is perfect for cold, winter nights when you need something hearty and warm. The risotto is flavored with tangy blue cheese, smoky bacon, and fresh sage, making for a delicious and flavorful combination of flavors. Arborio rice, the key to a creamy risotto, is slowly cooked in white wine and chicken or vegetable stock until it is just al dente. The sage and lemon add a fresh and bright flavor to the dish, while the blue cheese creates a rich and satisfying creaminess. This Blue Cheese Risotto recipe is easy to make and perfect for a dinner party or special occasion. Serve it with a side salad or some crusty bread for a complete meal that is sure to impress.

Instructions

1.Melt the butter and olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2.Add the leeks, garlic, and bacon or pancetta and cook for about 10 minutes or until softened.
3.Add the arborio rice to the pan and stir to coat with the butter mixture.
4.Pour in the white wine and let it cook until it evaporates.
5.Add a ladleful of the stock to the pan and stir until it is absorbed by the rice.
6.Continue to add the stock, a ladleful at a time, stirring until it is absorbed by the rice each time.
7.After about 25-30 minutes of this process, the rice should be cooked but still have a bite.
8.Stir in the sage, lemon juice and zest, and blue cheese. If the cheese is crumbly, mash it up a little before adding to the pan.
9.Grind some black pepper over the top, then stir in the parmesan cheese.

PROS

Blue Cheese Risotto is an indulgent and delicious comfort food that can be enjoyed as a main course or side dish.

The creaminess of the risotto pairs perfectly with the tangy flavor of blue cheese.

This recipe is easy to make and perfect for a cozy night in or a dinner party.

CONS

Blue cheese is an acquired taste, so this recipe may not be for everyone.

This dish is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Blue Cheese Risotto is not particularly healthy, the dish contains some nutrients.
Blue cheese is high in calcium, which is important for bone health.
Arborio rice also contains some nutrients, such as fiber and protein.

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