Lorena Garcia’s Homemade Risotto Topped with Caramelized Apricots
This dish satisfies with the comforts of warm salty sweet. Serve it for brunch or on the side with roasted meats.
- Serves: 8
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
- Cook Time: 27 Minutes
- Total Time: 37 Minutes
Nutrition Information
NUTRITION FACTS
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Serving Size: 1/2 cup risotto
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories:
- 310
- Calories from Fat:
- 140
- Total Fat:
- 15g
- Saturated Fat:
- 6g
- Cholesterol:
- 20mg
- Sodium:
- 710mg
- Total Carbs:
- 30g
- Dietary Fiber:
- 2g
- Sugars:
- 7g
- Protein:
- 11g
DIRECTIONS
Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat; add garlic and shallots. Cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes or until shallots are translucent.
Stir in rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer covered for 20-22 minutes (stirring occasionally) or until rice is tender but still firm to the bite. Remove from heat; stir in cheese and butter.
Combine apricots, water, SPLENDA® Sugar Blend, and lemon juice in a small saucepan; bring to a boil over high heat. Stir in the butter and cook uncovered for 5 minutes or until apricots are softened and the juices begin to brown.
Divide risotto among 8 shallow serving bowls; top evenly with apricots and walnuts. Garnish with basil and cheese.
NOTE
Arborio is a variety of Italian rice that gives risotto its creamy texture. If it is unavailable, use any short-grain rice.
INGREDIENTS
- Risotto
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced shallots
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Caramelized Apricots
- 1 cup diced fresh apricots
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons SPLENDA® Sugar Blend
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup walnut halves
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