Risotto With Italian Sausage, Caramelized Onions, and Bitter Gre

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0
Risotto with Italian Sausage, Caramelized Onions, and Bitter Greens
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups chopped onions ( about 1 large )
2 teaspoons sugar
8 ounces sweet turkey Italian sausage
1/4 cup chopped shallot
1 cup arborio rice or 1 cup other medium grain rice
1/3 cup white wine
2 cups arugula leaves
3 tablespoons freshly grated pecorino romano cheese
1 teaspoon grated lemon rind

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
416
Sugar
7g
Fat
17g
Risotto with Italian Sausage, Caramelized Onions, and Bitter Greens is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings together classic Italian flavors in a perfect way. The creamy texture and rich taste of the risotto pair perfectly with the savory and slightly sweet sausage. The caramelized onions add a touch of sweetness and the arugula provides a nice bitterness that balances everything out. This recipe is perfect for a cozy night in or for a special occasion. It is a dish that is sure to impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

Instructions

1.In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth and water to a simmer.
2.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3.Add the onions and sugar and cook until the onions are caramelized, stirring occasionally, about 10-15 minutes.
4.Add the sausage and shallot to the skillet and cook until the sausage is browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 10 minutes.
5.Add the rice to the skillet and stir until the rice is coated with the sausage mixture, about 2 minutes.
6.Add the white wine to the skillet and stir until it is absorbed by the rice, about 1 minute.
7.Add a ladleful of the simmering broth to the rice and stir until it is absorbed, about 2-3 minutes.
8.Continue to add the broth, one ladleful at a time, stirring constantly until the rice is al dente and creamy, about 20-25 minutes.
9.Stir in the arugula, pecorino romano cheese, and lemon rind until the arugula is wilted and the cheese is melted.
10.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This risotto is full of flavor and a great way to use up leftover sausage and onions.

The arugula adds a nice bitterness that pairs well with the richness of the sausage and cheese.

Risotto is a classic Italian comfort food and this recipe is a great example of how easy and delicious it can be to make at home.

CONS

Risotto can be a bit time-consuming and requires constant stirring.

The arugula can be a bit bitter for some people’s tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This risotto is high in protein from the turkey sausage and pecorino romano cheese.
The arugula provides a good source of vitamin K and vitamin C.
Brown rice instead of arborio rice can be used for a healthier option, with added fiber and nutrients such as magnesium, selenium, and manganese.

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